Lead ECE Teacher: Mentor, Curriculum Champion, Community Builder

KinderCare Learning Companies; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor in the classroom, delivering our curriculum and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for children. You will work with families and center staff to support quality care and learning opportunities.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, organizational skills, and a commitment to early childhood education, with CDA credentials preferred and opportunities for growth within our nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback
• Implement KinderCare 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

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Active CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer approval

Early childhood experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor in the classroom, delivering our curriculum and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for children. You will work with families and center staff to support quality care and learning opportunities.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, organizational skills, and a commitment to early childhood education, with CDA credentials preferred and opportunities for growth within our nationwide network.