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KinderCare Learning Centers
Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$37,025 / year median in Virginia
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and childcare options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide. Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters. When you join our team as a teacher, you will… Implement KinderCare's curriculum to meet children's unique needs. Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn. Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education for their children. Collaborate for center success with staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals. Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners. Qualifications Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task. Meet state-specific qualifications. CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain). Active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or willingness to obtain). Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Able to assume low postures to keep visual and physical contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep them safe, and engage in physical activity. Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents. Benefits Our benefits meet you where you are — we help our employees navigate the integration of work and life: Starting rate of pay: investing in you is an investment in our future. Robust tenure-based pay model beginning at 1 year of service for qualified individuals. Discounted childcare benefits. Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (pets, too!). Mental health and personal growth via employee assistance programs. Health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts for work necessities such as cell phones — and more. We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality childcare, no matter who they are or where they live.