Lead Teacher & Mentor for Young Learners

KinderCare; Rockford (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

Paid time off

Other benefits

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor classroom staff, deliver developmentally appropriate lessons, and foster a safe, engaging learning environment for young children.

You will collaborate with families and center leadership to support enrollment, accreditation, and program quality while upholding state requirements and curriculum standards.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and the ability to multitask and manage multiple situations effectively.
• 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.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

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

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English communication

Education

CDA credential

NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in ECE

State trainer (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor classroom staff, deliver developmentally appropriate lessons, and foster a safe, engaging learning environment for young children.

You will collaborate with families and center leadership to support enrollment, accreditation, and program quality while upholding state requirements and curriculum standards.