Lead Teacher, After-School Programs & Student Growth

KinderCare Education; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs, PTO and/

Discounts for work necessities, such a

Job summary

KinderCare Education is seeking a Lead Teacher to join our team in Wisconsin. You will lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.

You will partner with parents and center staff to meet enrollment and accreditation goals, build positive relationships with families and community partners, and contribute to a supportive, high-quality early education program.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• 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 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

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Education is seeking a Lead Teacher to join our team in Wisconsin. You will lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.

You will partner with parents and center staff to meet enrollment and accreditation goals, build positive relationships with families and community partners, and contribute to a supportive, high-quality early education program.