Senior Early Childhood Educator & Curriculum Coach

KinderCare; Maynard (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare seeks a dedicated lead teacher to mentor colleagues and deliver high-quality early childhood education. You will implement the curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs in a safe, nurturing classroom.

Engage with families, collaborate with center leadership to drive enrollment and accreditation efforts, and maintain strong relationships with licensing authorities and community partners.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy requirements are preferred.
• 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain them.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Able to communicate in English with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that meets the needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to support high-quality care and education.
• Support center success by collaborating with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

CDA credential

State trainer (preferred)

ECE experience (2-3 yrs)

Bachelor's degree in ECE

State qualifications

CPR & First Aid

Physical ability to lift 40 lbs

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy (optional)

Job description

KinderCare seeks a dedicated lead teacher to mentor colleagues and deliver high-quality early childhood education. You will implement the curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs in a safe, nurturing classroom.

Engage with families, collaborate with center leadership to drive enrollment and accreditation efforts, and maintain strong relationships with licensing authorities and community partners.