Lead & Mentor Early Childhood Teacher

KinderCare Education; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Education is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor a classroom, delivering the KinderCare curriculum in a nurturing environment. You will collaborate with families and center leadership to foster enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

The role requires 2–3 years of ECE experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and strong English communication. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.”

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Possess 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 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 each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education.
• Support center success with enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English communication

CPR/First Aid

Education

CDA Credential / NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

State trainer (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Education is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor a classroom, delivering the KinderCare curriculum in a nurturing environment. You will collaborate with families and center leadership to foster enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

The role requires 2–3 years of ECE experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and strong English communication. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.”