After-School Teacher: Lead, Mentor & Inspire Kids

KinderCare; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor classroom staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with families to support learning and development, while helping the center achieve enrollment and accreditation goals.

We welcome candidates with CDA or NAEYC considerations, CPR/First Aid readiness, and 2–3 years of ECE experience. The role is on-site with a focus on safety, growth, and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Possess active CDA Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

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

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC/ CDA credential

Job description

KinderCare is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor classroom staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with families to support learning and development, while helping the center achieve enrollment and accreditation goals.

We welcome candidates with CDA or NAEYC considerations, CPR/First Aid readiness, and 2–3 years of ECE experience. The role is on-site with a focus on safety, growth, and community involvement.