Lead Teacher & Mentor in Early Childhood Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical/dental/vision for family

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Education LLC in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to coach and mentor fellow teachers while delivering child-centered instruction aligned with our curriculum. You will create a safe, engaging classroom where young learners can thrive, and partner with families to support each child's growth.

This role requires CDA credential or candidacy, ECE experience, and a commitment to excellence. The benefits package includes discounted child care, comprehensive health coverage, and paid time

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

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer

Early Childhood Education experience

Bachelor's degree in ECE

CPR & First Aid

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Education LLC in Illinois is seeking a Lead Teacher to coach and mentor fellow teachers while delivering child-centered instruction aligned with our curriculum. You will create a safe, engaging classroom where young learners can thrive, and partner with families to support each child's growth.

This role requires CDA credential or candidacy, ECE experience, and a commitment to excellence. The benefits package includes discounted child care, comprehensive health coverage, and paid time