Lead Teacher & Mentor in Early Childhood Education

KinderCare; Glenview (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

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois. You will lead and mentor staff, implement the approved curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can play and learn.

You’ll partner with parents and leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while building strong relationships with families and community partners. The role requires 2–3 years of ECE experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and CPR/First Aid readiness.

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

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Education Experience (

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois. You will lead and mentor staff, implement the approved curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can play and learn.

You’ll partner with parents and leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while building strong relationships with families and community partners. The role requires 2–3 years of ECE experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and CPR/First Aid readiness.