Lead Teacher & Mentor, Early Childhood Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs • PTO •;e

Job summary

KinderCare Education LLC seeks a Lead Teacher in Illinois to mentor fellow teachers, implement developmentally appropriate curricula, and foster a safe, engaging classroom environment. You will partner with families and center leadership to support enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and communication skills, plus experience in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy.
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.

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

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

English communication

State trainer approval

2-3 years ECE experience

NAEYC candidacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Education LLC seeks a Lead Teacher in Illinois to mentor fellow teachers, implement developmentally appropriate curricula, and foster a safe, engaging classroom environment. You will partner with families and center leadership to support enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and communication skills, plus experience in early childhood education.