Lead Teacher & Mentor — Early Education

Kcecareers; San Bruno (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor classroom staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with parents and staff to drive enrollment and center success.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with families in English; state qualifications and certifications are considered. Benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills; strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

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; share desire to provide the best care and education
• Support center’s success; work with staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation and engagement
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multi-tasking

Communication with parents

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy or CDA (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor classroom staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with parents and staff to drive enrollment and center success.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with families in English; state qualifications and certifications are considered. Benefits and growth opportunities are offered.