Are you POSITIVE, WARM and CARING? Are you a CREATIVE problem solver?

Working with children is a CALLING and you know if you've been CALLED. It's the tickle in your gut when you see a toddler experience ice cream for the first time, the swell in your chest when you see a preschooler's surprise as they tie their own shoes, the unavoidable giggles that escape when a four-year-old pats your big belly and asks if your babies are in there (hahahaha), the smiles that flow when you are swarmed by two year olds wanting to give your legs a hug. YOU know those feelings. They are incredible!

We bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow. We know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and our team play a crucial role in that success.

Check out the amazing things our teaching staff does:

• We create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
• We work with the COOLEST Creative Crew in Mesa (It's true.)
• We partner with center staff/leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
• We cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
• We implement in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
• We even enjoy daily meals and snacks alongside the children

The benefits we offer our career professionals:

• Medical, dental and vision (It ONLY takes 30 days)
• Childcare benefit (Work with your kids at the same center)
• Paid Time Off
• Educational Opportunities (CDA and/or degree PAID FOR)
• Life insurance/Disability benefits/ Health and wellness programs
• 401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match
• PAID trainings and competitive wages! (We VALUE you)

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to acquire
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing to acquire)
• 1 year professional child care experience
• Lift a minimum of 40 pounds to your waist regularly, and work indoors or outdoors (often on the floor)
• Have survival skills to spend a day of work without your phone (bonus: mental health benefits of 8 hours off social media)
• Ability to sit on a circle time rug for extended periods and interact fully with the children keeping them safe, and engaged
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English (Bonus if you speak Baby Babble and Toddler Trivia - what did he say?)
• All center staff applicants need to meet state specific guidelines for the role

KinderCare Education 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.65 - $16.75 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person