After-School Teacher & Mentor: Inspire Young Learners

KinderCare; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health & wellness programs, paid time 

Discounts for work necessities such as

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to inspire young learners across our centers. You will lead, mentor, and implement our curriculum while partnering with families to support each child's growth.

The role emphasizes creating a safe, nurturing environment, collaborating with staff to drive enrollment and high-quality care, and adhering to regulatory standards. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills; able to multi-task effectively.
• Active CDA credential or pursuing NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer preferred.
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors.
• Able to maintain safe, engaging activities and communicate with families in English.
• Read, write, understand and speak English to communicate with children and 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 suits each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support center success; work with staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and partners.

Skills

Customer service

CDA/NAEYC candidacy

State trainer (preferred)

Early childhood experience

Education degree required

Safety & CPR training

Physical ability

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to inspire young learners across our centers. You will lead, mentor, and implement our curriculum while partnering with families to support each child's growth.

The role emphasizes creating a safe, nurturing environment, collaborating with staff to drive enrollment and high-quality care, and adhering to regulatory standards. Equal opportunity employer.