After-School Teacher: Inspire, Lead & Mentor Young Learners

KinderCare Education LLC; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance programs

Health & wellness

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor in a classroom, implementing our curriculum to meet each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and partner with families to support children’s education.

The role expects 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience (preferred), a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, and CPR/First Aid readiness. Opportunities for growth and impact across centers nationwide are offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a childcare setting.
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or pursuing NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer preferred; CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred; meet state qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that aligns with each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to support children's education and care.
• Support center success by working with staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR & First Aid

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

State trainer approval

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor in a classroom, implementing our curriculum to meet each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and partner with families to support children’s education.

The role expects 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience (preferred), a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, and CPR/First Aid readiness. Opportunities for growth and impact across centers nationwide are offered.