Early Childhood Educator

1 week ago


St Louis, Missouri, United States KinderCare Education Full time
About KinderCare Education

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 child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to be a part of shaping a future we can all be proud to share in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our Mission

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 child care, no matter who they are or where they live.

Our Values

We're committed to delivering exceptional experiences and building community. We believe in the importance of early childhood education and the impact it has on young learners and their families. We're passionate about creating a world-class experience in our classrooms and supporting our teachers and center staff every step of the way.

What We Offer
  • We invest in you and your career at KinderCare as you create a world-class experience in our classrooms.
  • We reward your commitment to our children and families as your journey continues with us.
Responsibilities
  • You'll implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that's consistent with the unique needs of each child.
  • You'll create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
  • You'll partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.
  • You'll support your center's success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
  • You'll cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
Qualifications
  • You'll have outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
  • You'll have CPR and First Aid Certification or be willing to obtain it.
  • You'll meet state-specific qualifications for the role or be willing to obtain them.
  • You'll have an Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or be willing to obtain it.
  • You'll be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
  • You'll be 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.
  • You'll be able to read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.
Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:

  • 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.

We're 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.

Primary Location: Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

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