Lead Teacher: Mentor, Curriculum & Family Partner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing space where children can learn and explore.

You will partner with parents, support enrollment and engagement goals, and work with center staff to achieve excellence. CDA/NAEYC candidacy and CPR/First Aid are preferred, along with 2–3 years of early childhood experience.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Read, write, and speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multi-tasking

English communication

Play-based learning

Relationship building

Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing space where children can learn and explore.

You will partner with parents, support enrollment and engagement goals, and work with center staff to achieve excellence. CDA/NAEYC candidacy and CPR/First Aid are preferred, along with 2–3 years of early childhood experience.