Lead Teachers at KinderCare of Huntley

KinderCare • Huntley, IL

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About The Position

As a Lead Teacher at KinderCare of Huntley, you will support children’s learning and development while helping create a safe, nurturing classroom. You will lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers; implement KinderCare’s curriculum to meet each child’s unique needs; and build strong partnerships with parents and families. You will also collaborate with center staff and leadership to support enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals, and cultivate positive relationships with licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners. The role involves working indoors and outdoors, using a computer, lifting at least 40 pounds, and engaging in physical activity with children. You must be able to communicate in English with children and parents and maintain the physical and sensory contact needed to keep children safe.

Requirements

• Possess an active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role, or be willing to obtain them.
• Have CPR and First Aid Certification or be willing to obtain it.
• Have outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Be able to use a computer and lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Be able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
• Be able to make physical and visual contact with children and see and hear well enough to keep them safe.
• Be able to read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and parents in English.

Nice To Haves

• Approved state trainer.
• Two to three years of Early Childhood Education experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers in the classroom by modeling behaviors and providing feedback.
• Implement KinderCare’s curriculum in a way that is consistent with each child’s unique needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to provide children with the best care and education.
• Partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals related to enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.

Benefits

• Discounted child care benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees’ families, including pets.
• Employee assistance programs supporting mental health and personal growth.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Paid time off.
• Discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed