Teacher

Kids Unlimited Learning Academy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Miracle Kids Success Academy (MKSA) and Kids Unlimited Learning Academy (KULA) seek compassionate Teachers to help children with developmental delays and disabilities learn, grow, and thrive. You will plan engaging activities and support cognitive, social-emotional, communication, and motor skills in a nurturing, inclusive setting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create a safe, structured environment and document progress, celebrating each child’s growth and milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with one of following credentials.
• Arkansas certification in Early Childhood Special Education or CDA credential or 12 college credits in ECE with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Help children strengthen cognitive, social-emotional, communication, and motor skills.
• Create a positive, structured, and encouraging learning environment.
• Provide individualized support based on each child's developmental needs.
• Actively supervise children and promote safety and well-being.
• Track progress and complete required classroom documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, nurses, families, and other team members.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Developmental delays support

Team collaboration

Education

Arkansas certification in Early Childhood Special Education

CDA credential

12+ college credit hours in ECE/related field

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day-Join Our Team as a Teacher!

Are you an enthusiastic educator who wants your work to have a lasting impact? Miracle Kids Success Academy (MKSA) and Kids Unlimited Learning Academy (KULA) are looking for compassionate and motivated Teachers to help children with developmental delays and disabilities learn, grow, and thrive.

In this rewarding role, you will create engaging learning experiences that strengthen children's cognitive, social-emotional, communication, and motor skills. You will encourage new discoveries, celebrate important milestones, and help prepare young children for more meaningful and independent lives.

If you are creative, dependable, patient, and passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential, we would love to meet you!

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At MKSA/KULA, you will be part of a caring, child-centered team that includes teachers, teacher assistants, occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and other professionals.

Our team works together to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to succeed. Each day brings a new opportunity to inspire confidence, build important skills, and make a meaningful difference for a child and their family.

What You'll Do

• Plan and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom activities.

• Help children strengthen cognitive, social-emotional, communication, and motor skills.

• Create a positive, structured, and encouraging learning environment.

• Provide individualized support based on each child's developmental needs.

• Actively supervise children and promote their safety and well-being.

• Track children's progress and complete required classroom documentation.

• Collaborate with teacher assistants, therapists, nurses, families, and other team members.

• Celebrate each child's achievements and encourage continued growth.

Qualifications

Education and Certification

A bachelor's degree is required, along with at least one of the following:

• Current Arkansas certification in Early Childhood Special Education

• Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

• At least 12 completed college credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or child and family studies, along with documented experience working with children with special needs

Experience

• At least one year of successful classroom experience working with children who have developmental delays or disabilities is preferred.

• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting children with special needs

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with children, families, coworkers, and leadership

• Ability to work with children from birth through age seven and families facing unique challenges

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy, team-oriented environment

• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and internet-based programs

• Ability to understand and follow safety requirements, policies, procedures, and other company documents

• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence

• Confidence communicating with groups of families or employees

• Basic math skills

• Sound judgment and practical problem-solving abilities

Your Work Can Help Shape a Child's Future

At MKSA/KULA, teaching is more than a job-it is an opportunity to create meaningful moments, encourage growth, and help children build skills that can last a lifetime.

Miracle Kids Success Academy and Kids Unlimited Learning Academy provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.