Lead Teacher & Mentor - Early Childhood Education

KinderCare; Gurnee (IL); Presencial; USD 23 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Work discounts

Resumo da oferta

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor early childhood educators in a nurturing classroom, implementing our curriculum with fidelity, and fostering a safe, engaging learning environment. You’ll partner with families and center staff to support enrollment goals and high-quality care.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3 years of early childhood experience, a CDA or equivalent, and a passion for helping children reach their potential.

Qualificações

• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Use a computer, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

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

Conhecimentos

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

ECE experience

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Descrição da oferta de emprego

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor early childhood educators in a nurturing classroom, implementing our curriculum with fidelity, and fostering a safe, engaging learning environment. You’ll partner with families and center staff to support enrollment goals and high-quality care.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3 years of early childhood experience, a CDA or equivalent, and a passion for helping children reach their potential.