Lead Teacher: Early Childhood Education & Mentorship

KinderCare; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is looking for a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn and grow. You will partner with parents and center leadership to support enrollment and program quality, while modeling best practices and ensuring compliance with licensing.

The role requires 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, state trainer

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• 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 for the role 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 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

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

State trainer

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

CPR/First Aid

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is looking for a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn and grow. You will partner with parents and center leadership to support enrollment and program quality, while modeling best practices and ensuring compliance with licensing.

The role requires 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, state trainer