Lead Teacher: Mentor, Inspire Young Minds

KinderCare Learning Companies; Orland Park (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 program

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Discounts on work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is a nationwide early childhood education provider known for the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award. As Lead Teacher you will lead, coach, and mentor teachers while implementing the curriculum and creating a safe, nurturing classroom.

You’ll connect with families and support center goals around enrollment and engagement. You will work in a collaborative environment that values children’s development, with Minnesota classroom hour pay premium support noted for this

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and organizational abilities required.
• Active CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy preferred.
• State trainer certification preferred.
• 2–3 years of early childhood education experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• English reading/writing/speaking required to communicate with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum to meet each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for play and learning.
• Partner with parents to support children’s education.
• Support center goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, staff and community partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

State trainer

ECE experience

Bachelor’s degree in ECE

CPR & First Aid

English communication

Physical readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is a nationwide early childhood education provider known for the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award. As Lead Teacher you will lead, coach, and mentor teachers while implementing the curriculum and creating a safe, nurturing classroom.

You’ll connect with families and support center goals around enrollment and engagement. You will work in a collaborative environment that values children’s development, with Minnesota classroom hour pay premium support noted for this