Lead & Inspire: Early Childhood Teacher

KinderCare Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking dedicated teachers to nurture and educate young learners across our centers. You will lead classroom teams, implement our standards-based curriculum, and build trusting relationships with families and school partners.

Join us to contribute to a safe, engaging learning environment, support center goals, and help children grow with confidence while aligning with state licensing and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (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

Multi-tasking

CDA/NAEYC

State trainer

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

CPR/First Aid

Lifting 40 lbs

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in ECE

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking dedicated teachers to nurture and educate young learners across our centers. You will lead classroom teams, implement our standards-based curriculum, and build trusting relationships with families and school partners.

Join us to contribute to a safe, engaging learning environment, support center goals, and help children grow with confidence while aligning with state licensing and accreditation standards.