Early Childhood Educator

4 hours ago


Rockford, Illinois, United States KinderCare Education Full time
About KinderCare Education

KinderCare Education is a leading provider of early childhood education and care, with a mission to provide high-quality, research-backed programs that support the development of young children. Our centers are designed to foster a love of learning, creativity, and exploration, while also providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to grow and thrive.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Educator to join our team at our Rockford, Illinois location. As a KinderCare Educator, you will play a critical role in shaping the minds and hearts of young children, and will be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and educational environment that promotes learning and development.

Responsibilities
  • Implement KinderCare's research-backed 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 centers 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
Qualifications
  • Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
  • CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
  • Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
  • Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing 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 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
Benefits
  • Discounted child care benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too)
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones

KinderCare Education is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.



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