Lead Teacher

About This Role

As a Lead Teacher, you will implement KinderCare's curriculum, create a nurturing environment for children, and partner with parents and center staff. This role involves leading, coaching, and mentoring less experienced teachers in the classroom.

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 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

Requirements

• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements
• Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Ability to use a computer, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Ability to make 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)

Nice to Have

• Approved state trainer
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Benefits

Certifications