Lead Teacher & Mentor for Young Learners

KinderCare Education LLC; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits (

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classroom practice, coach fellow teachers, and implement our curriculum with fidelity. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn, while engaging with families to support their child's growth.

You will collaborate with center staff and leadership to achieve enrollment and accreditation goals, ensuring high-quality care and education for every child every day.

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain CDA credential
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
• Read, write, understand and speak English to communicate with children and parents in English
• Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• Use a computer, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors

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

CDA credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer approval

Early Childhood Education exp.

Bachelor's degree in ECE

State qualifications

CPR/First Aid

Physical ability

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classroom practice, coach fellow teachers, and implement our curriculum with fidelity. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn, while engaging with families to support their child's growth.

You will collaborate with center staff and leadership to achieve enrollment and accreditation goals, ensuring high-quality care and education for every child every day.