Specialized Pre K Lead Teacher at Gibson Kindercare

KinderCare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated caregiver to implement curriculum and state Pre-K requirements in a nurturing, safe environment for young learners. This role emphasizes strong communication with parents and collaboration with center staff to support enrollment and accreditation efforts.

The ideal candidate holds an active CDA Credential or is working toward NAEYC/state Pre-K candidacy, with the ability to meet state guidelines and engage effectively with children and families.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or meeting NAEYC/state Pre-K candidacy requirements.
• Ability to meet state Pre-K guidelines.
• Physically able to use a computer and supervise children, maintaining safety.
• English literacy and communication with parents.

Responsibilities

• Implement KinderCare's curriculum and State Pre-K requirements while ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for each child.
• Partner with parents to support children's learning and development.
• Collaborate with center staff and leadership to work toward enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State Pre-K guidelines

Computer basic proficiency

Parent communication

Engaging with children

English communication

Job description

Responsibilities

• Implement KinderCare's curriculum, and State Pre-K requirements, 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 communicate with parents, in your 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

Required Skills and Experience

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC and state Pre-K candidacy requirements
• Meet state specific Pre-K guidelines for the role
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English