Lead Teacher: Coach, Engage Families, Shape Futures

KinderCare Learning Companies; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor teachers, implement the company’s curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow.

You will partner with parents and center staff to achieve enrollment and accreditation goals while building strong relationships with families and the local community. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a dynamic early education setting.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Possess active CDA Credential or be NAEYC candidacy.
• 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.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in the classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum consistent with the needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to support children's education and care.
• Support center success by collaborating with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts, and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Read/write English

Computer literacy

Engage with children

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor teachers, implement the company’s curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow.

You will partner with parents and center staff to achieve enrollment and accreditation goals while building strong relationships with families and the local community. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a dynamic early education setting.