What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Teacher at High Plains Elementary position at KinderCare Education?
Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born.
At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families.
About Our Programs
We build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
About Our Roles
When you join Champions, you'll be supporting hardworking families and elementary-aged kids during out-of-school time, on school grounds.
- Partner with administrators to bring our programs to their district
- Buddy up with students to aim higher, think bigger, and never give up
As a Lead Teacher, you will:
- 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, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
- Support your center's success; partner with center 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
Required Skills and Experience
To succeed as a Lead Teacher, you'll need:
- 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
Our Benefits
We offer:
- Discounted child care benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too)
- Employee assistance programs
- Health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts for work necessities
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
