Lead ECE Teacher & Mentor (CDA/BA Preferred)

KinderCare; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a committed Early Childhood Education professional to lead and mentor teachers in the classroom, while implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum for each child. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment that supports exploration and learning.

You will collaborate with parents and center staff to promote enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Active CDA Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred).
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
• Partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
• Support your center’s success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Active CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy requirements

CPR and First Aid Certification

Approved state trainer

2-3 years ECE experience

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a committed Early Childhood Education professional to lead and mentor teachers in the classroom, while implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum for each child. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment that supports exploration and learning.

You will collaborate with parents and center staff to promote enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.