Specialized Pre K Assistant Teacher at Canton Cherry Hill KinderCare

About the role

KinderCare Learning Companies is 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 including KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, and Crème de la Crème. Our mission is to build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share.

Responsibilities

• Aid teachers in implementing KinderCare's curriculum and State Pre-K requirements while considering the unique needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support the center’s success by collaborating with center staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.

Requirements

• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Meet state-specific Pre-K guidelines for the role.
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency and have visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Passionate about early childhood education and learning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with children and families preferred but not required.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Discounted child care benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Employee assistance programs for mental health support.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Paid time off.
• Discounts for work necessities.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours vary based on location and position, typically full-time with flexible scheduling.