Lead Teachers at Lake Zurich KinderCare
About The Position
Lead Teachers at Lake Zurich KinderCare support children and their education each day, helping young learners and their families while working with a team of dedicated educators. The role leads, coaches, and mentors less experienced teachers; implements KinderCare’s curriculum to meet each child’s needs; and creates a safe, nurturing setting for play and learning. Lead Teachers partner with parents and center staff to provide quality care and education and support goals related to enrollment, accreditation, and engagement. They also cultivate relationships with families, colleagues, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners. The position requires meeting state-specific qualifications and having an active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meeting NAEYC candidacy requirements. Candidates must be able to use a computer, lift at least 40 pounds, work indoors or outdoors, engage in physical activity with children, and communicate in English with children and parents. The listed pay range is $16.85–$21.60 per hour. In Illinois, hourly employees at centers participating in the Illinois Smart Start Workforce Grant currently receive a 15% premium in addition to the listed pay range.
Requirements
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively.
- Possess an active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
- Meet state-specific qualifications for the role.
- Obtain CPR and First Aid Certification, or be willing to obtain it.
- Be able to use a computer.
- Be able to 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.
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 the best care and education for their children.
- 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.
- A 15% pay premium for hourly employees working at an Illinois center participating in the Illinois Smart Start Workforce Grant.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
