Lead ECE Teacher: Mentor, Engage Families

KinderCare; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical / dental / vision benefits for

Mental health & employee assistance

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor staff, implement our curriculum with attention to each child's needs, and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment. You will partner with parents to deliver the best care and education, support center goals, and collaborate with licensing authorities and community partners.

The role requires 2–3 years ECE experience (preferred), a CDA credential or NA EYC candidacy, and ESL-compliant communication.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read/write/speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum consistent with the needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support center’s success by working with staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential / NAEYC candidacy

Approved state trainer (preferred)

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor staff, implement our curriculum with attention to each child's needs, and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment. You will partner with parents to deliver the best care and education, support center goals, and collaborate with licensing authorities and community partners.

The role requires 2–3 years ECE experience (preferred), a CDA credential or NA EYC candidacy, and ESL-compliant communication.