Lead Early Childhood Teacher KinderCare Learning Companies - 2.6 Lexington, MA Job Details Full-time From $24 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Childcare Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Interpersonal skills Classroom experience Teaching experience with young children Associate's degree Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Lead Early Childhood Teacher - Lexington, MA Starting at $24.00/hour | Full-Time | Monday-Friday Bring Your Experience. We'll Invest in Your Future. Are you an experienced early childhood educator looking for a stable, full-time opportunity where your experience is recognized and you have room to continue growing? Lexington Knowledge Beginnings, part of KinderCare Learning Companies, is hiring a Lead Early Childhood Teacher starting at $24.00/hour. Join a supportive, NAEYC-accredited center where you'll have curriculum, classroom resources, professional development, and a leadership team behind you. Why Experienced Teachers Choose KinderCare? You already know how rewarding—and demanding—early childhood education can be. We want to give you the resources and support you need to focus on what you do best: creating an exceptional classroom experience for children. As a Lead Teacher, you can expect: Starting pay of $24.00/hour A consistent Monday-Friday work environment Curriculum and classroom resources designed to support your teaching Ongoing training and professional development Supportive center leadership and teammates A NAEYC-accredited learning environment Opportunities to continue growing your career The resources and stability of KinderCare Learning Companies Career growth isn't just something we talk about. Our Lexington Center Director has been with KinderCare since 2001 and progressed from Teacher → Assistant Director → Center Director . Your next step could be here, too. What You'll Do As a Lead Early Childhood Teacher, you'll use your experience to create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment while serving as a positive example for the children, families, and educators around you.

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Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences for children Use KinderCare curriculum and resources to support children's development Build strong relationships with children and families Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom Collaborate with teachers and center leadership Support children's social, emotional, physical, and academic development Communicate with families about their child's experiences and progress Contribute your experience and ideas to a collaborative center team Benefits That Support You Inside and Outside of Work Your total experience at KinderCare goes beyond your hourly rate. Eligible employees may have access to: Fully paid Child Development Associate (CDA) program Employee childcare discount Paid time off Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement Professional development assistance Employee referral program Career advancement opportunities Qualifications To qualify for this Lead Teacher opportunity starting at $24/hour, candidates should have: Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential Relevant experience working in an early childhood education or childcare setting Ability to meet applicable Massachusetts EEC and KinderCare employment requirements Not sure if you qualify? We still encourage you to apply. Early childhood education qualifications can be confusing, and we don't want a potentially great teacher to count themselves out. Our recruiting team can review your education and experience with you to determine whether you meet the requirements for this opportunity or whether another position at our center could be a fit. Compensation Starting compensation is based on experience, education, qualifications, and other applicable factors. Build Your Future in Lexington Lexington Knowledge Beginnings is located at 429 Marrett Road in Lexington, MA and is a NAEYC-accredited early childhood education center. If you're ready for a position where your experience is valued and you have the opportunity to continue building your career, we'd love to talk. Apply today to join our Lexington Knowledge Beginnings team.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your desired pay rate? Ability to

Commute:

Lexington, MA 02421 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Lexington, MA 02421: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person