Teacher at Oak Crest Elementary

KinderCare; Beach Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a devoted lead teacher to mentor junior staff, implement the center’s curriculum, and create a safe and nurturing classroom where children can explore and learn.

The role emphasizes strong communication with families and collaboration with center leadership to meet enrollment and accreditation objectives while ensuring high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education required/preferred.
• CDA credential or eligibility with NAEYC candidacy.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Read, write, and speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor teachers in the classroom and provide feedback.
• Implement curriculum tailored to each child’s needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for play and learning.
• Partner with parents to support children’s development.
• Support center goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and partners.
• Provide outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills; multi-task effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CPR & First Aid Certification

NAEYC candidacy / CDA credential eligibility

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