Senior ECE Teacher & Mentor - Lead & Grow Classrooms

KinderCare; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical/Dental/Vision

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Work discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Sr. Teacher in Illinois to lead curriculum implementation, coach peers, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow.

You will partner with families to support children’s education and collaborate with center staff to drive enrollment and quality outcomes. The role emphasizes leadership of classroom practices, strong customer service, and adherence to safety standards while engaging with the wider KinderCare community across

Qualifications

• 6 months of center-based ECE experience.
• Meet & maintain state-specific requirement to supervise children alone.
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task.
• Able to see/hear well enough to keep children safe.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Read/write/speak English to communicate with children/parents.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• 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

ECE Experience

Supervision requirement

Customer service

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

CPR/First Aid

English language

Physical ability

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Sr. Teacher in Illinois to lead curriculum implementation, coach peers, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow.

You will partner with families to support children’s education and collaborate with center staff to drive enrollment and quality outcomes. The role emphasizes leadership of classroom practices, strong customer service, and adherence to safety standards while engaging with the wider KinderCare community across