Art & Music Specialist at Life Connections Children's Learning Center

Job Overview Art & Music Specialists play a special role in bringing our unique curriculum to life in our centers. Responsibilities Plan and implement art and music curriculum across all age groups consistently and appropriately. Manage use of ceramics kiln. Manage art and music supplies including ordering, inventory, and organization of art pavilion and music room. Update class schedule quarterly, rotating classroom days/times. Plan and implement center-wide sing-alongs and concerts. Contribute to special events such as the center’s anniversary celebration, Week of the Young Child, and graduations. Share ideas and collaborate with classroom teachers to incorporate learning from specialty classes into classrooms. Maintain positive learning environments. Create monthly newsletter with class and curriculum highlights. Required Skills and Experience Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand-in-hand. Outstanding customer service skills. Approved State Trainer (preferred). NAEYC/NAC, and state licensing knowledge (preferred). Meet state‑specific guidelines for the role. 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. Bachelor’s Degree. 12-24 ECE units (CA State Licensing Requirement). CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain). Pay Range of pay $31.80 - $40.30 Hourly. In Minnesota, an additional $3.00 per hour premium is provided on all classroom hours. Benefits Discounted child care benefits for your whole family. Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you, your family, and pets. Employee assistance programs. Health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts for work necessities such as cell phones. Other benefits available. 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