Lead Teacher at CAS Elementary School

About the role

Join Champions, part of KinderCare Learning Companies—the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award. As a Lead Teacher, you’ll support hardworking families and elementary-aged kids during out-of-school time on school grounds. You’ll partner with administrators, inspire students, and lead a classroom with a focus on safe, nurturing, and engaging learning experiences.

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 by partnering with 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

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet 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 or willingness to obtain them.
• 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.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

Benefits

• Discounted child care benefits for your whole family.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family (including pets).
• Employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth.
• Health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts on work necessities like cell phones.
• Additional benefits tailored to support work-life integration.