Before and After School Counselor at Innovation Elementary

KinderCare; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Orlando, FL is seeking a dedicated lead preschool teacher to guide a classroom, mentor peers, and ensure the curriculum meets each child’s needs while maintaining a safe, nurturing space for play and learning. You will partner with families and center staff to support enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement, while building relations with licensing authorities and partners.

CDA/NAEYC candidacy, state trainer (preferred), CPR/First Aid, and English proficiency are

Qualifications

• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy requirements
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, indoors or outdoors
• 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 to fit each child's unique needs
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for their children
• Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation and engagement
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
• Deliver outstanding customer service with strong organizational and multitasking skills

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE

CDA credential / NAEYC candidacy

Job description

• 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
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Possess active Child Development Associate (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