Lead Teacher & Mentor - Early Childhood Education

KinderCare Learning Companies; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to mentor peers, implement the curriculum with sensitivity to each child’s needs, and create a safe, nurturing environment where kids can explore and learn.

You will partner with parents and staff to support enrollment and engagement, meet state requirements, and contribute to a supportive, inclusive culture across our centers. This on-site role offers growth and meaningful impact in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy preferred.
• State trainer certification preferred.
• 2–3 years of early childhood education experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Willingness to meet state qualifications and obtain certifications.
• CPR/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 aligns 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; work with staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

English communication

Lift 40 pounds

Computer use

Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer certification (preferred)

2-3 years ECE experience (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Meet state qualifications or willingness to obtain

CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to mentor peers, implement the curriculum with sensitivity to each child’s needs, and create a safe, nurturing environment where kids can explore and learn.

You will partner with parents and staff to support enrollment and engagement, meet state requirements, and contribute to a supportive, inclusive culture across our centers. This on-site role offers growth and meaningful impact in early childhood education.