Afterschool Teacher - Mentor, Inspire & Lead Minds

KinderCare Learning Companies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Work-related discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to join our team and nurture confident learners across our early childhood programs. You will lead and mentor educators, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment that supports play and learning.

You’ll partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and program quality, while meeting state requirements and maintaining high standards of care. Join us to help children grow and families thrive.

Qualifications

• Active CDA Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements (required)
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (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 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

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to join our team and nurture confident learners across our early childhood programs. You will lead and mentor educators, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment that supports play and learning.

You’ll partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and program quality, while meeting state requirements and maintaining high standards of care. Join us to help children grow and families thrive.