Lead Teacher & Mentor: Nurture Young Learners

KinderCare; Illinois; In loco; USD 23.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

KinderCare Learning Companies seeks a Lead Teacher to inspire and guide a classroom, delivering our curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs. You’ll connect with families to support learning goals and partner with staff to drive center success.

In this role you’ll mentor peers, maintain a safe learning environment, and help enrollments and accreditation efforts, building strong community ties across the center.

Competenze

• 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
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Mansioni

• 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

Conoscenze

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Communication with parents

Curriculum implementation

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Descrizione del lavoro

KinderCare Learning Companies seeks a Lead Teacher to inspire and guide a classroom, delivering our curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs. You’ll connect with families to support learning goals and partner with staff to drive center success.

In this role you’ll mentor peers, maintain a safe learning environment, and help enrollments and accreditation efforts, building strong community ties across the center.