Preschool and Childcare Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

For 40 years, Kids on the Move has empowered children and families across Utah through programs that support growth, learning, and lifelong success. Our Child Care program provides a nurturing environment where children can learn, develop confidence, and build meaningful relationships during their most important developmental years. We are committed to creating positive experiences for children of all abilities while supporting families in our community. 

As a Child Care Teacher, you'll play a vital role in fostering children's social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development through engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and want to build a rewarding career working with young children. You'll join a collaborative team dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and enriching environments where children can thrive while gaining valuable experience and professional growth opportunities.

Requirements & Responsibilities

• This is an entry-level position for candidates passionate about supporting the growth and development of young children.
• Child Development Associate (CDA), Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or other education in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Teaching, or a related field.
• Current First Aid, Adult/Child/Infant CPR, and AED certification required (or ability to obtain). Must pass required background checks, TB test, and obtain a Food Handler Permit.
• One to two years of experience working with children ages birth to six years required.
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Plan and implement engaging activities that support children's social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Adapt learning experiences to meet the individual needs of each child and encourage positive social interactions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-safe classroom while ensuring active supervision at all times.
• Collaborate with families and team members to support child development and maintain effective communication.

Schedule

• Full-time position with 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.
• Start and end times may vary based on classroom needs and program requirements.
• Year-round program operating on a 247-day calendar.
• Flexibility to support classroom coverage and changing program needs is expected.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Meaningful work making a difference for children and families in the community.

Based on qualifications and experience:

• CDA or associate degree: $17.00–$17.50/hour
• Without CDA/associate degree: $15.00–$16.50/hour, depending on experience

Join our team at Kids on the Move and help us empower families, one child at a time

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.