Early Childhood Educator

Are you POSITIVE? Are you warm and caring? Are you a CREATIVE problem solver?

Working with children is a CALLING and you know if you've been CALLED. It's the tickle in your gut when you see a toddler experience ice cream for the first time, the swell in your chest when you see a preschooler's surprise as they tie their own shoes, the unavoidable giggles that escape when a four year old pats your big belly and asks if your babies are in there (hahahaha), the smiles that flow when you are swarmed by two year olds wanting to give your legs a hug. YOU know those feelings. They are AWESOME! Our Teachers bring warmth, patience and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow. They 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
• Work with the COOLEST Creative Crew (It's true.)
• Partner with center staff/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
• Enjoy daily meals and snacks with the children

The benefits our career professionals enjoy:

• Medical, dental and vision (It ONLY takes 30 days!)
• Childcare benefit (Work with your kids at the same center!)
• Paid Time Off (Who doesn't LOVE this?)
• Educational Opportunities (CDA and/or degree PAID FOR)
• Life insurance/Disability benefits/ Health and wellness programs
• 401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match
• PAID trainings and competitive wages! (We VALUE you!)

Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience:

• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing to obtain)
• 1 year professional experience working with children
• Lift a minimum of 40 pounds to your waist regularly, and work indoors or outdoors (often on the floor)
• Have survival skills to spend a day of work without your phone (bonus: mental health benefits of 8 hours off social media)
• Ability to sit on a circle time rug for extended periods and interact fully with the children keeping them safe, and engaged
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English (Bonus if you speak Baby Babble and Toddler Trivia - what did he say?)
• All center staff applicants must meet state specific guidelines for the role

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.

Pay: From $17.60 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $18