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Assistant Teachers for Pleasant Run Skyrise

KinderCare Learning Companies · Springfield, IL · Yesterday
On-siteTraining$15.65/hrInternship

About the role

At KinderCare Learning Companies—the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award—you’ll directly support children and their education every day. You’ll experience the trials and triumphs of shaping young learners while working alongside a dedicated, passionate team. Your work will have a tangible, positive impact on the lives of children and families, and you’ll never do it alone—you’ll be part of a village that cares deeply about helping kids reach their highest potential.

Responsibilities

  • Implement KinderCare's 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 to provide the best care and education for their children
  • Support your center’s success by collaborating with 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

Requirements

  • Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
  • Meet state-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain them
  • CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
  • Physically able to 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

Pay

$15.65 hourly. In Minnesota, an additional $3.00 per hour premium is provided on all classroom hours worked, funded through the Minnesota Great Start Grant Compensation Support Program.

Benefits

  • Discounted child care benefits for your whole family
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family (including pets)
  • Employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Paid time off
  • Discounts on work necessities, such as cell phones
  • Additional benefits tailored to support work-life integration

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