Lead Teacher: Mentor, Inspire & Shape Future Learners

KinderCare Learning Companies; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor teammates while delivering our curriculum to diverse preschoolers. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can explore and learn, and you will partner with families to support each child's growth.

You will lead ongoing interactions with parents and collaborate with center staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals, bringing energy and reliability to every day in our classrooms.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDA or be pursuing NAEYC candidacy
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
• 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience
• 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

Multitasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer

Early Childhood Ed

Bachelors in ECE

CPR & First Aid

Computer use

Lifting 40 lbs

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor teammates while delivering our curriculum to diverse preschoolers. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can explore and learn, and you will partner with families to support each child's growth.

You will lead ongoing interactions with parents and collaborate with center staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals, bringing energy and reliability to every day in our classrooms.