Teacher - Career Educator

KinderCare; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Germantown, Tennessee is hiring a lead teacher to mentor less experienced staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing learning environment. You will partner with parents to support each child’s development and help the center meet enrollment and accreditation goals.

The role requires a CDA credential or candidacy, a Bachelor’s in ECE if possible, and CPR/First Aid certification, with 2–3 years of experience preferred. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Active CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy required/preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience preferred
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain
• Read, write, speak English to communicate with children and parents
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum to meet each child’s needs
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for play and learning
• Partner with parents to support child care and education goals
• Support center success with enrollment, accreditation and engagement
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community and partners

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Communication with parents

English proficiency

Observation and feedback

Safety awareness

Education

Active CDA credential

NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s in ECE

State trainer certification

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

• 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

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 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