Lead Teacher & Mentor for Early Learners

KinderCare Education LLC; Downers Grove (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

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, model best practices, and deliver KinderCare's curriculum in a nurturing environment.

You will partner with families, support enrollment goals, and work with center staff to maintain safety and quality. The role requires a CDA or NA EYC candidacy, a Bachelor's in ECE, and state trainer approval, with 2–3 years of prior experience.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Use a computer, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Be able to make physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

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

Education

CDA Credential

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Approved state trainer

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, model best practices, and deliver KinderCare's curriculum in a nurturing environment.

You will partner with families, support enrollment goals, and work with center staff to maintain safety and quality. The role requires a CDA or NA EYC candidacy, a Bachelor's in ECE, and state trainer approval, with 2–3 years of prior experience.