Lead Teacher & Mentor – Early Childhood Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance programs

Health & wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Centers is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois to lead and mentor fellow teachers in your classroom and implement the company's curriculum to fit each child’s needs. You’ll create a safe, nurturing space where kids can learn and grow, while partnering with parents to deliver the best care and education.

With required CDA or candidacy and a preference for state trainer certification, you’ll also help drive center enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, building strong

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom.
• 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 provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support center success by focusing on enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

CDA Credential

State trainer (preferred)

Early childhood education experience

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood

CPR & First Aid

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

KinderCare Learning Centers is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois to lead and mentor fellow teachers in your classroom and implement the company's curriculum to fit each child’s needs. You’ll create a safe, nurturing space where kids can learn and grow, while partnering with parents to deliver the best care and education.

With required CDA or candidacy and a preference for state trainer certification, you’ll also help drive center enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, building strong