Lead Teacher and Mentor: Curriculum & Family Partnerships

KinderCare; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher who will guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will collaborate with parents and school staff to ensure high-quality care and education.

The role requires strong English communication, child safety awareness, and commitment to the KinderCare mission across multiple centers.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• 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

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher who will guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will collaborate with parents and school staff to ensure high-quality care and education.

The role requires strong English communication, child safety awareness, and commitment to the KinderCare mission across multiple centers.