Job Overview
Looking to make your best career match ever? FALL in love with a new career! Join the Kinder Care Learning Companies!
At Kinder Care, we offer a safe and positive learning environment with an outstanding curriculum to ensure that you can focus on what really matters - making a difference in the lives of the children in our centers. And the perks? Let's just say they're worth swiping right for:
Warm and welcoming company culture
TONS of professional development and training from Day 1 to 100 and beyond
Substantial salary increases after 1st year
Voted as a Gallup BEST place to work 8 years in a row
But that's not all - we've got some seriously sweet benefits to offer too:
Pet insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision (after 30 days of employment)
Discounted childcare (Bring your child to work)
Education perks – Earn your CDA for FREE or grow your career with our tuition reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit and Pay Active (early access to pay) options
Perks at Work - discounts on gym memberships, restaurants, travel, movie tickets, AND MUCH MORE
What do we require from you?
A love for children and an ability to establish meaningful relationships
High School Diploma or Equivalent (minimum)
Childcare or caregiver experience is preferred
So why not say yes to applying with Kinder Care? We're all about encouraging a love of learning in children and unlocking their full potential - and we need dynamic and hardworking people like you to help us make it happen. Don't wait, match with a career you'll actually love. We're an equal opportunity employer, so everyone's welcome to join the party! *Our highest priority has always been to keep our employees, children, families, and communities as safe and healthy as possible. In addition to our proactive partnership with WELL Building Institute, we are also subject to state law, local ordinances, and Health Department requirements for employees working in child care, school facilities, and corporate work spaces. *Kinder Care Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. Responsibilities
Assist in the daily care and supervision of children in a daycare setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Implement age-appropriate activities that promote early childhood development and learning.
Support the lead teacher in managing classroom dynamics and behavior.
Communicate effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily activities.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the classroom and play areas.
Provide basic first aid when necessary and adhere to safety protocols.
Job Type: Full-time Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
No weekends
Application Question(s):
What do you most love about working with children?
How will you create a warm and welcoming environment?
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