Lead Teacher & Mentor – Early Childhood Education

KinderCare; Darien (IL); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Work discounts

Zusammenfassung

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, delivering our curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and actively partner with families to ensure excellent care and education.

This role emphasizes strong customer service, organization, and English communication, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment.

Qualifikationen

• 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
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Aufgaben

• 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

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

CDA credential

English communication

Physical ability

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Jobbeschreibung

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, delivering our curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and actively partner with families to ensure excellent care and education.

This role emphasizes strong customer service, organization, and English communication, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment.