Teacher

Jobtailor; Lindenwold (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking an Early Childhood Education leader to coach and mentor teachers, implement tailored curricula, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will partner with parents and center staff to reach enrollment and accreditation goals, while maintaining strong community relationships.

The role requires CDA or NAEYC candidacy, a BA in ECE, and 2–3 years of ECE experience, with CPR/First Aid certification. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Must hold CDA or be candidate for NAEYC candidacy
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience preferred
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Approved state trainer preferred
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds
• English language proficiency to communicate with children and parents

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers in the classroom
• Model behaviors and provide feedback
• Implement KinderCare’s curriculum according to each child’s unique needs
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
• Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education
• Partner with center staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

• Lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers in the classroom
• Model behaviors and provide feedback
• Implement KinderCare’s curriculum according to each child’s unique needs
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
• Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education
• Partner with center staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners

Requirements

• Outstanding customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meeting NAEYC candidacy requirements
• Approved state trainer preferred
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors
• Able to assume low-level postures for physical and visual contact with children
• Able to 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 parents in English

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Early Childhood Education, with a focus on implementing tailored curricula and fostering a safe, nurturing environment for children. Strong ability to build relationships with families and collaborate with staff to achieve educational goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Early Childhood Education Experience
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Outstanding Customer Service Skills
• Strong Organizational Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Curriculum Implementation
• Child Development
• Accreditation Processes
• Enrollment Strategies
• Physical Activity Engagement

Soft Skills

• Coaching and Mentoring
• Relationship Building
• Multitasking
• Effective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
• CPR and First Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

• Early Childhood Education
• NAEYC Candidacy
• State Licensing Authorities
• Community Engagement
• Family Partnerships