Lead Teacher: Inspire & Mentor Young Learners

KinderCare Education; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off and discounts for work-­

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to lead, coach, and mentor teachers, and implement the curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment. You will connect with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.

You will support center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while building strong relationships with families, staff, licensing authorities, and partners to help deliver exceptional experiences.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• 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.

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

Organizational skills

CDA credential

State trainer

Early Childhood Education experience

Bachelor’s degree in ECE

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy (or CDA/certifications)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to lead, coach, and mentor teachers, and implement the curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment. You will connect with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.

You will support center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while building strong relationships with families, staff, licensing authorities, and partners to help deliver exceptional experiences.