Lead Preschool Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child care discount

Medical/dental/vision

Employee assistance

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking qualified Teaching Professionals to join our Champions program. You will lead, coach and mentor in your classroom, implement the approved curriculum, and create a safe environment where children can play and learn.

You will partner with parents to ensure the best care and education for their children, while supporting enrollment, accreditation and engagement efforts at the center. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Must possess active CDA Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors.
• Read, write, understand and 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 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

CDA credential

NAEYC candidacy

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

State qualifications willingness

CPR/First Aid

Physical at lift 40 lbs

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking qualified Teaching Professionals to join our Champions program. You will lead, coach and mentor in your classroom, implement the approved curriculum, and create a safe environment where children can play and learn.

You will partner with parents to ensure the best care and education for their children, while supporting enrollment, accreditation and engagement efforts at the center. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this role.