Lead Teacher & Mentor for Young Learners

KinderCare; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Mental health support

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to inspire and guide young learners. You will lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow and explore.

You will partner with families and center staff to support enrollment and engagement, maintain positive relationships with licensing authorities and community partners, and uphold our standards for high-quality early education.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Possess active 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

Organization

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)

CDA / NAEYC candidacy (preferred)

CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to inspire and guide young learners. You will lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow and explore.

You will partner with families and center staff to support enrollment and engagement, maintain positive relationships with licensing authorities and community partners, and uphold our standards for high-quality early education.