Lead Teacher: Mentor, Curriculum Leader & Community Builder

KinderCare Education; Morrice (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverages

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs and paid​

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Education is hiring a Lead Teacher in Michigan to lead classrooms, mentor peers, and implement our curriculum. You will create a safe, engaging environment, partner with families, and support center goals around enrollment and quality.

This role emphasizes strong customer service, teamwork, and adherence to state requirements. The position requires CDA or current candidacy, a relevant degree, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to lift 40 pounds.

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
• 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
• Use a computer, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Be able to make physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• 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

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Computer use

Physical activity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

State trainer approval (preferred)

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Education is hiring a Lead Teacher in Michigan to lead classrooms, mentor peers, and implement our curriculum. You will create a safe, engaging environment, partner with families, and support center goals around enrollment and quality.

This role emphasizes strong customer service, teamwork, and adherence to state requirements. The position requires CDA or current candidacy, a relevant degree, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to lift 40 pounds.