After-School Teacher & Learning Coach

KinderCare; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Oregon seeks a dedicated Teacher to lead classrooms, mentor peers, and deliver high-quality early education aligned with our curriculum. You will partner with families to support children’s growth and contribute to center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

Applicants should have CDA or NAEYC eligibility, a degree in ECE, and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• 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 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

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

CDA Credential

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Oregon seeks a dedicated Teacher to lead classrooms, mentor peers, and deliver high-quality early education aligned with our curriculum. You will partner with families to support children’s growth and contribute to center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

Applicants should have CDA or NAEYC eligibility, a degree in ECE, and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.