Teacher at Coral Academy of Science Elementary South

KinderCare; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a lead teacher to model best practices and mentor junior staff while delivering developmentally appropriate curricula. The role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing classroom that supports each child’s growth and learning.

You will collaborate with families and center leadership to meet enrollment and accreditation goals, while maintaining high standards of customer service and organizational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Possess active CDA credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• Read, write, understand and speak English to communicate 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 is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support center success by collaborating with staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.
• Provide outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills; multi-task effectively across situations.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum 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 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
• 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 candidacy requirements
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• 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 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