Assistant Teacher at Hillcrest

KinderCare Learning Companies; Antioch (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,763; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join our Antioch location in Illinois. In this role, you will implement our curriculum, create a nurturing environment, and foster positive relationships with families. Your commitment helps us achieve educational goals while supporting children's development.

The position offers a pay range of $15.00 - $17.25 hourly, along with extensive benefits including discounted childcare, medical coverage, and mental health support.

Join us in our mission of delivering exceptional early childhood education and making a difference in our communities!

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational skills.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Able to lift at least 40 pounds and engage with children physically.

Responsibilities

• Implement KinderCare's curriculum for each child.
• Create a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Connect with parents for the best child care.
• Achieve center goals around enrollment and accreditation.
• Build relationships with families and community partners.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Physical fitness for lifting 40 pounds

English language proficiency

Job description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

When you join Champions, you’ll be supporting hardworking families and elementary-aged kids during out-of-school time, on school grounds. Whether you’re partnering with administrators to bring our programs to their district, or buddying up with students to aim higher, think bigger, and never give up, you’ll be leading the way toward inspired learning.

When you join our team as a Teacher we will:

• Invest in you and your career at KinderCare as you create a world-class experience in our classrooms
• Reward your commitment to our children and families as your journey continues with us

When you join our team as a Teacher you will:

• 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

Required Skills and Experience:

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

Range of pay $15.00 - $17.25 Hourly

Our benefits meet you where you are.

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Job Posting End Date : 2026-10-01