Job Overview
Futures start here—and they keep growing brighter. When you’re part of our team, your career can evolve in almost any way you can imagine. And we’re here for the journey. By developing and promoting internal talent to critical roles throughout our organization, we make sure you have access to the opportunities you crave to take your skillset, contributions, and career to the next level. It’s our way of cheering you on in your lifelong learning journey.
When you join Champions, you’ll be supporting hardworking families and elementary-aged kids during out-of-school time, on school grounds. Whether you’re partnering with administrators to bring our programs to their district, or buddying up with students to aim higher, think bigger, and never give up, you’ll be leading the way toward inspired learning.
When you join our team 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:
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.
Guidelines for internal applicants: Employees should discuss their interest in applying to a new role with their leader prior to applying In current assignment at least 12-18 months In good standing in current role (not on a Performance Improvement Plan) Rated "meets expectations, exceeds expectations, or exceptional" during the last performance evaluation Transfer timeline should be targeted for 2-4 weeks of offer acceptance and should ultimately be determined based on the needs ofthe business.*Exceptions can be made with the approval of HR.If you have any questions, please contact your local HRBP.
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
