Lead Teacher & Mentor for Early Learning

KinderCare Education LLC in; Naperville (IL); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Work discounts (cell phones)

Résumé du poste

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois seeks a Lead Teacher to guide classroom teams, implement our developmentally appropriate curriculum, and nurture a safe, engaging environment for children. You will build strong connections with families and collaborate with center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and program quality.

The role emphasizes mentoring, curriculum delivery, and partnership with parents to support children’s growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy required
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
• Must meet state qualifications or be willing to obtain
• English reading, writing, and speaking with children and parents

Responsabilités

• 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

Connaissances

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

CPR/First Aid Certification

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy or CDA credential (preferred)

Approved state trainer (preferred)

Description du poste

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois seeks a Lead Teacher to guide classroom teams, implement our developmentally appropriate curriculum, and nurture a safe, engaging environment for children. You will build strong connections with families and collaborate with center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and program quality.

The role emphasizes mentoring, curriculum delivery, and partnership with parents to support children’s growth and well-being.