Lead Teacher & Mentor — Shape Young Learners' Futures

KinderCare Education LLC; Palatine (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

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor colleagues, and deliver high-quality curriculum across centers. You will create a safe, nurturing space while partnering with families to support each child’s growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with center leadership, enrollment goals, and program quality. State qualifications and CDA/NAEYC credentials are valued, along with CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• 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.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.
• Use a computer, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Approved state trainer

English proficiency

CPR & First Aid Certification

Education

2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor colleagues, and deliver high-quality curriculum across centers. You will create a safe, nurturing space while partnering with families to support each child’s growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with center leadership, enrollment goals, and program quality. State qualifications and CDA/NAEYC credentials are valued, along with CPR/First Aid.