Lead Teacher & Mentor, Early Childhood Education

KinderCare; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow caregivers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children explore and learn.

You’ll partner with parents, support enrollment and accreditation goals, and join a community dedicated to helping kids reach their highest potential; Illinois sites offer competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy/ CDA preferred

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow caregivers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children explore and learn.

You’ll partner with parents, support enrollment and accreditation goals, and join a community dedicated to helping kids reach their highest potential; Illinois sites offer competitive pay and benefits.