Afterschool Program Leader for Elementary Learners

KinderCare Learning Companies; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 23,281 - 31,478; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs & PTO

Work-related discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a dedicated Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor peers, and implement our child-centered curriculum with fidelity. You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play, learn, and grow, while partnering with families to support each child’s development and well-being.

Collaborating with center staff, you will contribute to enrollment goals, accreditation readiness, and ongoing engagement with the broader community, always upholding high

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
• 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
• 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 communication

CPR/First Aid

Education

CDA Credential

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

State trainer qualification (preferred)

NAEYC candidacy (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a dedicated Teacher to guide classrooms, mentor peers, and implement our child-centered curriculum with fidelity. You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play, learn, and grow, while partnering with families to support each child’s development and well-being.

Collaborating with center staff, you will contribute to enrollment goals, accreditation readiness, and ongoing engagement with the broader community, always upholding high