Lead Teachers at Elmhurst KinderCare

About the role

As a Lead Teacher, you will lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom while modeling behaviors and providing feedback. You'll implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child, creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn. You'll partner and connect with parents, supporting your center's success by working with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement. You'll also 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
• Use a computer, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Be able 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 to communicate with children and their parents in English

Pay

Range of pay $16.85 - $21.60 Hourly. In the state of Minnesota, we currently provide an additional $3.00 per hour premium on all classroom hours worked in addition to the range of pay listed. This premium is funded through the Minnesota Great Start Grant Compensation Support Program.

Benefits

• Discounted child care benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!)
• Employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth
• Health and wellness programs
• Paid time off
• Discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones