Assistant Teacher Early Childhood

*Significant increase after 1 year*

*No cost CDA (Child Development Associate) credential*

*Full benefit package available*

*Generous child care discount*

*Career advancement opportunity*

When you join our team as a Teacher you will:

Implement KCE’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 communicate 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.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.

Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happens.

Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage multiple situations effectively

Must possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and meet NAEYC candidacy requirements (or willing to obtain)

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

1 year Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)

Must meet state specific guidelines for the role

Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.

Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.80 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location