Lead Pre-K Teacher: Mentor, Inspire & Nurture Young Minds

KinderCare; Jenkintown (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Education is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor classmates, delivering high-quality early education and care. You will implement our curriculum and create a safe, engaging environment that supports children's development and confidence.

You will partner with families and center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals, while building strong community ties with licensing authorities and local partners.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC cand idacy 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.
• Use a computer, 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.

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

Multi-tasking

English communication

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR & First Aid

Lift 40 pounds

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Education is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor classmates, delivering high-quality early education and care. You will implement our curriculum and create a safe, engaging environment that supports children's development and confidence.

You will partner with families and center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals, while building strong community ties with licensing authorities and local partners.