Lead Teacher & Mentor: Grow Confident Young Learners

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off and wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher in Illinois to lead and mentor teachers, deliver our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with families and staff to support enrollment, accreditation, and program quality.

The role requires strong customer service, communication, and teamwork, with state-specific qualifications and a focus on child development. Benefits and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Read, write, and speak English to communicate with children and families.

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 to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support center success by working with staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Parent communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher in Illinois to lead and mentor teachers, deliver our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with families and staff to support enrollment, accreditation, and program quality.

The role requires strong customer service, communication, and teamwork, with state-specific qualifications and a focus on child development. Benefits and growth opportunities are available.