Lead & Mentor Early Childhood Teacher

KinderCare Education LLC; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs, paid PTO

Discounts for work necessities such as

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead, coach and mentor staff, and implement the curriculum in a safe, nurturing classroom where children can play and learn.

You will partner with parents to support center goals around enrollment and engagement, and build positive relationships with families, staff, licensing authorities, and community partners across diverse neighborhoods.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to multitask.
• Active CDA Credential or meet 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 for the role or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Active CDA or NAEYC candidacy

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead, coach and mentor staff, and implement the curriculum in a safe, nurturing classroom where children can play and learn.

You will partner with parents to support center goals around enrollment and engagement, and build positive relationships with families, staff, licensing authorities, and community partners across diverse neighborhoods.