Lead Teacher: Mentor, Inspire Confident Learners

Kcecareers; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 2,679,000 - 3,492,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to support children in our centers, delivering our curriculum and creating a safe, engaging environment. You will mentor staff, partner with families, and contribute to enrollment and accreditation goals.

Requirements include a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, 2-3 years in Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelor’s in ECE if possible. Benefits include discounted child care and comprehensive health options.

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 or NAEYC candidacy

State trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Education experience (

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to support children in our centers, delivering our curriculum and creating a safe, engaging environment. You will mentor staff, partner with families, and contribute to enrollment and accreditation goals.

Requirements include a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, 2-3 years in Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelor’s in ECE if possible. Benefits include discounted child care and comprehensive health options.