Lead Teacher & Mentor - Early Childhood Education

KinderCare Education LLC in; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare Education LLC in Chicago seeks a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, support children’s growth, and partner with families. Join a team focused on delivering engaging early education and safe, nurturing environments.

The role emphasizes mentoring colleagues, implementing the curriculum, and achieving enrollment and program goals with center leadership. Required credentials include CDA or NAEYC candidacy, a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related, CPR/First Aid, and 2–3 years

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy (preferred).
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor teachers; 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 deliver the best care and education for their children.
• Support center success; work with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Approved state trainer

CPR/First Aid

Job description

KinderCare Education LLC in Chicago seeks a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, support children’s growth, and partner with families. Join a team focused on delivering engaging early education and safe, nurturing environments.

The role emphasizes mentoring colleagues, implementing the curriculum, and achieving enrollment and program goals with center leadership. Required credentials include CDA or NAEYC candidacy, a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related, CPR/First Aid, and 2–3 years