Senior Teacher

KinderCare; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a Senior Teacher to lead classrooms and inspire young learners in our early childhood education programs. You will design and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum, model best teaching practices, and mentor junior staff.

You’ll ensure a safe, nurturing environment, build strong family partnerships, observe and assess children’s progress, and maintain compliance with state and center standards, while partnering with center leadership to foster an inclusive,

Responsibilities

• Lead classrooms and model best teaching practices.
• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Mentor junior staff and support professional growth.
• Observe and assess children's progress to inform instruction.
• Maintain compliance with state and center standards.
• Collaborate with center leadership on program improvement.
• Build strong family partnerships and foster inclusive practices.

Skills

Curriculum design

Mentoring

Observation & assessment

Staff leadership

Family partnerships

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a Senior Teacher to lead classrooms and inspire young learners in our early childhood education programs. You will design and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum, model best teaching practices, and mentor junior staff. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe, nurturing environment, building strong family partnerships, observing and assessing children’s progress, and maintaining compliance with state and center standards. You’ll collaborate with center leadership on program improvement while supporting an inclusive, growth-minded culture for children and colleagues.