Lead Teacher & Mentor for Early Learning

Kcecareers; Middletown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 2,197,000 - 2,969,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join our team in creating high-quality early education experiences. You will lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum to meet each child’s needs, and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment for children.

You will partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while building strong relationships with licensing authorities and community partners.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• 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.
• Physically 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 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

Outstanding customer service

Strong organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

Active CDA Credential

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience

Approved state trainer

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join our team in creating high-quality early education experiences. You will lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum to meet each child’s needs, and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment for children.

You will partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while building strong relationships with licensing authorities and community partners.