After-School Teacher & Mentor for Elementary Learners

KinderCare Education; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will partner with parents and center staff to drive enrollment and engagement, while upholding licensing and accreditation standards.

Requirements include Florida DCF 45-hour training, CDA or NAEYC candidacy, and 2–3 years early childhood experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must show proof of Florida DCF 45-hour training completion.
• 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.
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.

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

CDA credential

State trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Experience

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

CPR & First Aid

Physical ability

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy

Florida DCF 45-hour training

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will partner with parents and center staff to drive enrollment and engagement, while upholding licensing and accreditation standards.

Requirements include Florida DCF 45-hour training, CDA or NAEYC candidacy, and 2–3 years early childhood experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive team.