Lead Preschool Teacher

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. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—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. You’ll never be alone, doing 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 your work matters. When you join our team as a Sr. Teacher you will: Lead the implementation of KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback 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: 6 months of center-based ECE Experience Meet & maintain the state-specific requirement to supervise children alone in a classroom setting Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively Able to see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain 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 Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors Range of pay $18.30 - $22.45 Hourly In the state of Minnesota, we currently provide an additional $3.00 per hour premium on all classroom hours worked in addition to the range of pay listed. This premium is funded through the Minnesota Great Start Grant Compensation Support Program. Our benefits meet you where you are. Discounted child care benefits for your whole family Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!) Employee assistance programs supporting mental health and personal growth Health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones … and much more. KinderCare Learning Companies 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr