Early Education Teacher — Inspire Confident Learners

KinderCare Education; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Health, dental, & vision benefits

Mental health & wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Education is hiring a Teacher in Illinois to implement our curriculum, create a safe and nurturing classroom, and partner with families to support children’s learning and development.

You will collaborate with center staff to meet enrollment and accreditation goals, and build positive relationships with families, teachers, and community partners. The role includes health and safety responsibilities and offers opportunities for growth in a supportive, inclusive environment.

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
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe
• 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

State qualifications

CPR/First Aid

Lift 40 lbs

Independent work

English communication

Education

State-specific qualifications

Job description

KinderCare Education is hiring a Teacher in Illinois to implement our curriculum, create a safe and nurturing classroom, and partner with families to support children’s learning and development.

You will collaborate with center staff to meet enrollment and accreditation goals, and build positive relationships with families, teachers, and community partners. The role includes health and safety responsibilities and offers opportunities for growth in a supportive, inclusive environment.