Lead Teachers at Skyrise School of North Decatur

KinderCare•North Decatur, GA

About The Position

Lead Teachers at Skyrise School of North Decatur support children’s education and development by leading and mentoring classroom teachers, implementing KinderCare’s curriculum, and creating a safe, nurturing environment for children to play and learn. The role partners with parents and center staff to provide high-quality care and education and to support center goals related to enrollment, accreditation, and engagement. Lead Teachers also build positive relationships with families, colleagues, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners. The position requires an active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meeting NAEYC candidacy requirements, as well as meeting state-specific qualifications. CPR and First Aid certification may be obtained if not already held. Candidates must be able to communicate in English with children and parents, use a computer, and perform the physical and sensory activities needed to keep children safe and engage with them.

Requirements

Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively.
Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meeting NAEYC candidacy requirements.
Meet state-specific qualifications for the role, or be willing to obtain them.
CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain it.
Ability to use a computer.
Ability to 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.

Nice To Haves

Approved state trainer.
2–3 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 meets 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.