Lead Teacher: Mentor, Curriculum Leader, & Family Partner

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

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Discounted childcare

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Descripción de la vacante

KinderCare Learning Companies is looking for a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver the curriculum, and create a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will partner with parents to support each child’s growth and contribute to center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, collaboration with staff and leadership, and a commitment to high-quality early education across multiple sites in Illinois.

Formación

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Conocimientos

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

State trainer approval (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

KinderCare Learning Companies is looking for a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver the curriculum, and create a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will partner with parents to support each child’s growth and contribute to center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, collaboration with staff and leadership, and a commitment to high-quality early education across multiple sites in Illinois.