Lead Teacher & Mentor for Early Learners

KinderCare; Tinley Park (IL); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discounted childcare

Health benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois to mentor educators, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging classroom. You’ll collaborate with parents and leadership to support enrollment and quality care.

Required CDA or eligibility for NAEYC candidacy, plus 2–3 years of ECE experience and relevant certifications. Competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifikationen

• 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

Aufgaben

• 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

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy (preferred)

CPR/First Aid certification

Jobbeschreibung

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois to mentor educators, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging classroom. You’ll collaborate with parents and leadership to support enrollment and quality care.

Required CDA or eligibility for NAEYC candidacy, plus 2–3 years of ECE experience and relevant certifications. Competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment.