Early Childhood Teacher — Impactful & Supportive Classroom

KinderCare; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs and PTO

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is hiring teachers to implement our curriculum, create a safe, engaging classroom, and build strong partnerships with families. You will support center operations and contribute to enrollment and accreditation goals.

Illinois offers a 15% premium for centers participating in the Smart Start Workforce Grant. We provide comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs, making a meaningful impact on young learners

Qualifications

• 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.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

Responsibilities

• 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

State qualifications

CPR/First Aid

Physical ability

English communication

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Illinois is hiring teachers to implement our curriculum, create a safe, engaging classroom, and build strong partnerships with families. You will support center operations and contribute to enrollment and accreditation goals.

Illinois offers a 15% premium for centers participating in the Smart Start Workforce Grant. We provide comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs, making a meaningful impact on young learners