Teacher at James McKee Elementary

KinderCare; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to lead and mentor teachers in the classroom, delivering KinderCare’s curriculum while honoring each child’s unique needs. This role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports both play and learning.

The position emphasizes strong parental partnership, collaboration with center staff, and ongoing engagement with licensing authorities and community partners to promote high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Lead, coach and mentor teachers to support classroom excellence.
• Ensure safety and nurturing environments for children to learn and grow.
• Strong customer service, organization, and multitasking abilities.
• Read, write, understand and speak English for communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor teachers in your classroom.
• Implement KinderCare curriculum respecting each child’s needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for play and learning.
• Partner with parents to support child development.
• Support center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities and partners.

Skills

Leadership & coaching

Customer service

Organization

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

• 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
• 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
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English