Lead Teacher & Mentor for Early Learners

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 coverage

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking an energetic Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor staff, and deliver our curriculum to support children’s learning and safety. You will partner with families and center leadership to promote enrollment and educational excellence.

The role emphasizes coaching, safe environments, and strong communication with parents. Ideal candidates have CDA or NAECY candidacy, ECE experience, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

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

English communication

CDA Credential or NA..

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential or NAECY candidacy

State trainer (approved)

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking an energetic Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor staff, and deliver our curriculum to support children’s learning and safety. You will partner with families and center leadership to promote enrollment and educational excellence.

The role emphasizes coaching, safe environments, and strong communication with parents. Ideal candidates have CDA or NAECY candidacy, ECE experience, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.