Lead Teacher, Early Education & Mentoring

KinderCare; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Mental health and wellbeing support

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies invites you to join as a Lead Teacher at Sun Canyon Elementary in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead, mentor, and support a classroom, implementing our curriculum to meet each child’s needs and creating a nurturing learning environment.

You will collaborate with parents and center staff to drive enrollment and program excellence, while building strong community relationships and ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• 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.

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.

Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CPR and First Aid Certification

2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience

Tools

Approved state trainer

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies invites you to join as a Lead Teacher at Sun Canyon Elementary in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead, mentor, and support a classroom, implementing our curriculum to meet each child’s needs and creating a nurturing learning environment.

You will collaborate with parents and center staff to drive enrollment and program excellence, while building strong community relationships and ensuring safety and compliance.