Lead Teacher & Mentor — Shape Young Minds & Families

KinderCare; Woodridge (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 programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities (cell)

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to guide classroom teams, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging learning environment. You’ll collaborate with parents and staff to support enrollment and center goals, while upholding high standards across licensing and accreditation processes.

The role requires CDA or NAEYC candidacy (or progress toward) and a 2–3 year ECE background; a Bachelor’s in ECE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• 2–3 years of early childhood education experience.
• CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy; state trainer preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.

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

Outstanding customer service

Strong organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication (read/write/spea

2–3 years ECE experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher to guide classroom teams, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging learning environment. You’ll collaborate with parents and staff to support enrollment and center goals, while upholding high standards across licensing and accreditation processes.

The role requires CDA or NAEYC candidacy (or progress toward) and a 2–3 year ECE background; a Bachelor’s in ECE is preferred.