After-School Teacher: Inspire, Mentor & Elevate Kids

KinderCare Education LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child care discount

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs & PTO

Work discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking teachers to lead, mentor, and implement curriculum in a nurturing environment for school-age and early childhood learners. You will partner with families and center teams to drive enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement.

The role emphasizes safety, developmental support, and collaboration across staff and partners to deliver high-quality care and education.

Qualifications

• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare'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 connect 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

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English literacy

CPR & First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Approved state trainer (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking teachers to lead, mentor, and implement curriculum in a nurturing environment for school-age and early childhood learners. You will partner with families and center teams to drive enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement.

The role emphasizes safety, developmental support, and collaboration across staff and partners to deliver high-quality care and education.