Lead Teacher & Mentor — Shape Young Minds Daily

KinderCare; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance

Wellness program

Paid time off

Work discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to support children’s education and development in our sites nationwide. You’ll lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment where kids can explore and grow.

You’ll partner with families and center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals. Required CDA or NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years EC education experience, CPR/First Aid, and strong English communication are preferred.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations.
• Active CDA Credential or be NAEYC candidacy.
• State trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Read, write, speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multitasking

English proficiency

CDA Credential

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to support children’s education and development in our sites nationwide. You’ll lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment where kids can explore and grow.

You’ll partner with families and center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals. Required CDA or NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years EC education experience, CPR/First Aid, and strong English communication are preferred.