Teachers at Grand Rapids Beltline KinderCare

KinderCare • Grand Rapids, MI

5d

About The Position

Teachers at Grand Rapids Beltline KinderCare support children’s education and development by implementing KinderCare’s curriculum in ways that meet each child’s unique needs. They create safe, nurturing classroom environments where children can play and learn, and partner with parents to provide high-quality care and education. Teachers also work with center staff and leadership to support goals related to enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, while building positive relationships with families, colleagues, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners. The role requires communicating in English with children and parents and engaging in physical activity with children indoors or outdoors.

KinderCare says it will invest in teachers’ careers and reward their commitment to children and families. The company describes its programs as research-backed, accredited, and customizable, and emphasizes a collaborative team environment and the positive impact teachers make on young learners and families.

Requirements

• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role, or be willing to obtain them.
• Have or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors.
• Ability to assume low-level postures to maintain physical and visual contact with children.
• Ability to see and hear well enough to keep children safe and engage in physical activity with children.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

Responsibilities

• Implement KinderCare’s curriculum in a manner 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 support goals related to enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
• Help build community and deliver exceptional experiences.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed