Lead Teacher & Mentor: Nurture Young Learners

KinderCare Learning Companies; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and wellness discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor fellow teachers, and deliver KinderCare's curriculum in a nurturing, safe environment for children.

You will connect with families, support enrollment goals, and work with center leadership to ensure high-quality care. A CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, plus 2–3 years of early childhood experience and CPR/First Aid certification, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills; ability to multi-task.
• Possess active 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 qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that aligns with the needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education.
• Support center’s success; collaborate with staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor fellow teachers, and deliver KinderCare's curriculum in a nurturing, safe environment for children.

You will connect with families, support enrollment goals, and work with center leadership to ensure high-quality care. A CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, plus 2–3 years of early childhood experience and CPR/First Aid certification, are preferred.