Lead Teacher & Mentor: Shape Confident Learners

KinderCare; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance program

Health & wellness programs

Paid time off

Work tech discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement the curriculum, and ensure a safe, engaging learning environment. You will collaborate with families to support children’s growth and work with center staff toward enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to work with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational ability.
• 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-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to use a computer, lift at least 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less-experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in line with each child’s needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for play and learning.
• Partner with parents to provide best care and education.
• Support center success; work with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, authorities, and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer

ECE experience

Bachelors in ECE

CPR/First Aid

English proficiency

Education

Bachelors in ECE

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, implement the curriculum, and ensure a safe, engaging learning environment. You will collaborate with families to support children’s growth and work with center staff toward enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to work with diverse communities.