Early HeadStart Lead Teacher at Laveen KinderCare

Description

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.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business.

When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility.

But you'll never be alone.

You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do.

The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families-and knowing that your work matters.

Our Teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow.

They inspire children to be lifelong learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development.

Our Teachers are committed to making their center successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and their team play a crucial role in that success.

When you join our team as a Teacher you will:



* Implement KinderCare's curriculum, and State Pre-K requirements, 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 communicate with parents, in your shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.


* Support your center's success; partner 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

Required Skills and Experience:



* Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively


* Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC and state Pre-K candidacy requirements


* Meet state specific Pre-K guidelines for the role


* Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency and 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
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