Elementary Teacher: Lead, Mentor & Inspire Young Learners

KinderCare Learning Companies; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; 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 and discounts for work

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is looking for a dedicated Teacher to join Champions, supporting early learners in a nurturing classroom. You will lead and mentor staff, implement the curriculum, and build strong relationships with families to promote outstanding care and education.

In this role you will create a safe, engaging environment where children can explore, grow, and develop confidence, while collaborating with center staff to meet enrollment and quality goals.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, ability to multitask effectively.
• Active 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.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their 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

multitasking

CDA Credential

State trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Education experience (

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is looking for a dedicated Teacher to join Champions, supporting early learners in a nurturing classroom. You will lead and mentor staff, implement the curriculum, and build strong relationships with families to promote outstanding care and education.

In this role you will create a safe, engaging environment where children can explore, grow, and develop confidence, while collaborating with center staff to meet enrollment and quality goals.