Lead Teacher & Curriculum Coach - Early Childhood

Kcecareers; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies, a nationwide early childhood education provider, is hiring a Lead Teacher. You will lead, coach and mentor teachers, implement curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children while partnering with parents to provide the best care and education.

This role supports center success with enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals. Benefits include discounted child care, medical/dental/vision coverage, mental health support, paid time off, and

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills; able to multi-task.
• Active CDA Credential or 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 up to 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• English literacy 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 to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support your center’s success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA credential / NAEYC candidacy

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies, a nationwide early childhood education provider, is hiring a Lead Teacher. You will lead, coach and mentor teachers, implement curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children while partnering with parents to provide the best care and education.

This role supports center success with enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals. Benefits include discounted child care, medical/dental/vision coverage, mental health support, paid time off, and