Lead Teacher & Curriculum Coach (Early Childhood)

KinderCare; Algonquin (IL); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver the approved curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can explore and grow.

You will partner with parents and center leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, while meeting state qualifications and ensuring compliance. This role requires CDA or NAEYC candidacy, and benefits include discounts, insurance, and wellness programs.

Formación

• Outstanding customer service and excellent organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or eligible for NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 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.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

CDA credential

Approved state trainer

ECE experience

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Descripción del empleo

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver the approved curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can explore and grow.

You will partner with parents and center leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, while meeting state qualifications and ensuring compliance. This role requires CDA or NAEYC candidacy, and benefits include discounts, insurance, and wellness programs.