Child Care Teachers - Perks & Paid Training

Entry Level Teachers earn a fixed rate of $12.75 to start and our Lead - Qualified Teachers start at a fixed rate at $15.95.

❤ It takes BIG HEARTS to shape little minds!! ❤

Now hiring Preschool Teachers for KinderCare Learning Companies!

Our Teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow! They inspire children to be lifelong learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development. Our Teachers are committed to making their center successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and their team play a crucial role in that success.

❤ As a member of our teaching staff, you will:

Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn

Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children

Support your center’s success by partnering 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

Implement KCE’s curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child

❤ The benefits our career professionals enjoy:

Medical, dental and vision

Childcare benefit

Paid time off Education assistance and new tuition reimbursement of up to $1500 per year for full-time employees or $750 per year for part-time employees!

Medical expense reimbursement/ Life insurance/Disability benefits/ Health and wellness programs

401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match

❤ Qualifications - Desired Skills and Experience:

High School Diploma OR for Certified Lead Teachers: Associates / Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, or Child/Youth Development preferred

Experience in a Childcare Center (1 year preferred)

Child Development Associate Certification or Early Childhood Certifications (preferred)

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Ability 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. Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

All center staff applicants must meet state specific guidelines for the role. Our highest priority at KinderCare has always been to keep our employees, children, families, and communities as safe and healthy as possible. We are also subject to state law, local ordinances, and Health Department requirements for child care workers or school staff.

KinderCare Education 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.75 - $15.95 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We are the ONLY national Child Care Provider to have earned the WELL Health/Safety Rating for our COMMITMENT to industry-leading health and safety standards!

Application Question(s):

• Most staff are required to be flexible or available to work until 6 or 6:30 PM, Monday - Friday. What hours are you available?
• If you currently don't have a CDA or Early Childhood credentials, would you be interested in our free CDA and professional development?
• Tell me about your experience working with children. If none, why would you like to teach young children?
• What is your desired pay?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Child Care Center: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Early Childhood Credentials or EDU 119 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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