Lead Teacher & Mentor in Early Childhood Education

KinderCare Learning Companies; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Healthcare coverage for family

Mental health support

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children learn and grow.

You will partner with parents, support enrollment goals, and collaborate with center staff and leadership to achieve high-quality care and education. A CDA credential or state trainer credentials are preferred, with 2–3 years of early childhood experience.

Qualifications

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

State trainer (preferred)

English communication

CPR & First Aid Certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children learn and grow.

You will partner with parents, support enrollment goals, and collaborate with center staff and leadership to achieve high-quality care and education. A CDA credential or state trainer credentials are preferred, with 2–3 years of early childhood experience.