Lead Teacher & Curriculum Coach for Early Learners

KinderCare; Rockford (IL); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Zusammenfassung

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to mentor colleagues, implement the center’s curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will partner with parents to ensure high-quality care and education while supporting enrollment goals and accreditation efforts.

The role requires CDA credential or candidacy, state trainer (preferred), 2–3 years ECE experience, and a relevant degree. Illinois premium pay applies for participating centers.

Qualifikationen

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task
• 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
• Be able to make physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Aufgaben

• 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

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in ECE

2-3 years ECE experience

Jobbeschreibung

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to mentor colleagues, implement the center’s curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will partner with parents to ensure high-quality care and education while supporting enrollment goals and accreditation efforts.

The role requires CDA credential or candidacy, state trainer (preferred), 2–3 years ECE experience, and a relevant degree. Illinois premium pay applies for participating centers.