Impactful Early Childhood Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare Education; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 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

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Education is seeking a Teacher to lead classrooms, mentor peers, and apply our curriculum to meet the needs of every child. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and actively partner with parents to support learning and development in line with state requirements.

Ideal candidates will hold an active CDA Credential or be pursuing NAEYC candidacy, with CPR/First Aid readiness and 2–3 years of ECE experience or a related degree.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Possess 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 in English.

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

Multi-tasking

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred)

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Education is seeking a Teacher to lead classrooms, mentor peers, and apply our curriculum to meet the needs of every child. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and actively partner with parents to support learning and development in line with state requirements.

Ideal candidates will hold an active CDA Credential or be pursuing NAEYC candidacy, with CPR/First Aid readiness and 2–3 years of ECE experience or a related degree.