Teacher at Somerset Skye Canyon

KinderCare•Somerset, NJ
•Onsite

About The Position

As a Teacher at Champions at Somerset Skye Canyon, you will support elementary-aged children and their families in an out-of-school-time program on school grounds. You will lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers; implement KinderCare’s curriculum to meet each child’s needs; and create a safe, nurturing environment for children to play and learn. The role also involves building partnerships with parents, coworkers, center leadership, families, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners, while contributing to center goals related to enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Requirements

  • Possess an active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
  • Meet state-specific qualifications for the role, or be willing to obtain them.
  • Be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
  • Have outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively.
  • Be physically able to lift at least 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
  • Be able to assume low-level postures to maintain 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Approved state trainer.
  • Two to three years of Early Childhood Education experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and mentor less experienced teachers in the classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
  • Implement KinderCare’s curriculum in a way that is consistent with each child’s unique needs.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Discounted child care benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees’ families, including pets.
  • Employee assistance programs supporting mental health and personal growth.
  • Health and wellness programs.
  • Paid time off.
  • Discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
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