Preschool Teacher

Growing Kids Learning Center; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 sign-on bonus

$2/hour attendance bonus every pay per

Tuition discount for staff children

Health, dental, vision + free life ins

PTO (up to 10 days in your first year)

401K with company match

Free Continuing Education & Training

No Nights or Weekends

Job summary

Growing Kids Learning Center in Elkhart, IN is seeking Full-Time Early Childhood Teachers to join our family-owned team. We’ve served Northern Indiana children from 6 weeks to elementary age since 1995, with a mission to Protect, Educate, Inspire.

If you love hands-on learning, building relationships, and helping kids grow, this is the place for you. We’ll support your professional growth—including helping you earn your CDA—in our family-like, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 1+ year of childcare experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead fun, educational activities
• Keep a safe, clean, and organized classroom
• Support children’s growth and milestones
• Communicate with parents and families
• Work as part of a collaborative teaching team

Skills

Team-focused

Proactive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Looking for a career where you can make a difference every day? Growing Kids Learning Center on W. Bristol Street in Elkhart is seeking Full-Time Early Childhood Teachers to join our passionate team. We’ve been family-owned since 1995, proudly serving Northern Indiana children from 6 weeks to elementary age. Our mission is simple: Protect, Educate, Inspire.

If you love hands-on learning, building relationships, and helping kids grow, this is the place for you!

We’ll support your professional growth—including helping you earn your CDA—in our family-like, supportive environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• $500 sign-on bonus

• $2/hour attendance bonus every pay period

• Tuition discount for staff children

• Health, dental, vision + free life insurance

• PTO (up to 10 days in your first year) + paid holidays

• 401K with company match

• Free Continuing Education & Training Days

• No Nights or Weekends

• Most importantly: the chance to make a lasting impact on children’s lives

What You’ll Do

• Plan and lead fun, educational activities

• Keep a safe, clean, and organized classroom

• Support children’s growth and milestones

• Communicate with parents and families

• Work as part of a collaborative teaching team

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• 1+ year of childcare experience (preferred)

• Team-focused, proactive attitude

• Must pass background check, drug screen, TB test, and physical

• Able to lift 25lbs and stand for long periods

Schedule: Monday–Friday (no evenings or weekends!)

About Us

Growing Kids has been a trusted name in early childhood education and childcare for 30 years. We’re
more than a daycare, we’re an award-winning preschool program built on inclusivity, teamwork, and professional growth. We’re committed to providing a nurturing environment for children – and for our staff. Here, you’re not just taking a job; you’re joining a family.

Growing Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Some benefits are not available for part-time employees.