Teacher at Freedom Classical Academy

About the role

Join Champions, part of KinderCare Learning Companies—the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award. As a Teacher, you’ll support hardworking families and elementary-aged kids during out-of-school time on school grounds. You’ll lead, mentor, and partner with administrators, students, and parents to foster inspired learning in a safe, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback
• 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 partnering 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
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience (preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• 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

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 for work necessities, such as cell phones

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. Our mission is to provide every family with access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live.