Lead Teacher & Mentor — Shape Confident Young Learners

KinderCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is looking for a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor the classroom team, implement the curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging learning space for children. You will partner with families to support development and work with center staff to achieve enrollment and accreditation goals.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and English communication. A CDA credential or equivalent, CPR/First Aid, and willingness to obtain required state

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills; multi-tasking ability.
• Active CDA credential or meeting NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meet state qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Read, write, understand and speak English to communicate with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor teachers in your classroom and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare curriculum aligned with each child’s needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for play and learning.
• Partner with parents to support child development and family engagement.
• Support center goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Develop positive relationships with families, teachers and local authorities.

Skills

Customer service

CDA credential

State trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Exp. (2-3 yrs)

Bachelor’s degree (ECE)

Willing to obtain qualifications

CPR/First Aid

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is looking for a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor the classroom team, implement the curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging learning space for children. You will partner with families to support development and work with center staff to achieve enrollment and accreditation goals.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and English communication. A CDA credential or equivalent, CPR/First Aid, and willingness to obtain required state