Lead Teacher: Mentor & Curriculum Coach for Young Learners

KinderCare; Mundelein (IL); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

KinderCare Learning Centers is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow staff while delivering consistent, high-quality early childhood education. You will implement the company curriculum, foster a safe and engaging environment, and partner with families to support children's growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with center leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation and community engagement, with duties spanning everyday teaching and program quality.

Formación

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and the ability 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 for the role or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.
• Range of pay $16.85 - $21.60 Hourly.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in alignment with each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to support the best care and education for their children.
• Support the center's success by working with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Educación

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Herramientas

Approved state trainer

Descripción del empleo

KinderCare Learning Centers is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow staff while delivering consistent, high-quality early childhood education. You will implement the company curriculum, foster a safe and engaging environment, and partner with families to support children's growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with center leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation and community engagement, with duties spanning everyday teaching and program quality.