Specialized Pre K Assistant Teacher at Halcyon Park KinderCare

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Aid teachers in implementing KinderCare's curriculum and State Pre-K requirements, tailored to 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 your center’s success by collaborating 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.

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 development.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with children and families preferred.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Knowledge of State Pre-K requirements.
• Physical ability to interact with children.
• Basic computer skills.
• Effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Discounted child care benefits.
• Breath-easy medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Paid time off.
• Discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.

Pay

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live.

Schedule

Our schedule varies based on the specific location and role, but typically includes a mix of morning, afternoon, and evening hours to accommodate the needs of our students and families.