Elementary Teacher & Mentor (After-School)

KinderCare; North Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs, PTO, and

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with families to ensure high-quality care and education and support center goals such as enrollment and accreditation.

Ideal candidates have 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid. This role is based in North Liberty, IA.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy.
• 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

CDA Credential

State trainer

ECE Experience

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with families to ensure high-quality care and education and support center goals such as enrollment and accreditation.

Ideal candidates have 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid. This role is based in North Liberty, IA.