Teacher - Career Educator

KinderCare; Greenfield (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Greenfield, WI is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing space for children to play and learn.

You will partner with parents and center staff to support enrollment, accreditation and engagement while upholding KinderCare standards. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy per requirements.
• Approved state trainer preferred.
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically capable of lifting 40 pounds and indoor/outdoor work.
• Ability to read, write and speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that fits each child’s needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to support their child’s education and well-being.
• Support the center’s success; collaborate with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities and community partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR/First Aid

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience

Meet state specific qualifications

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

• 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

Required Skills and Experience:

• 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