What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Coordinator position at KinderCare Education?
At KinderCare Education, we recognize the importance of building strong relationships between teachers, parents, and children. As a Teacher, you will play a vital role in fostering these connections and ensuring that every child feels seen, heard, and valued.
Our Approach to Child Development:
We believe that every child is unique and deserving of individualized attention and support. Our curriculum is designed to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of each child, with opportunities for exploration, creativity, and socialization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
- Create a safe and nurturing environment where children can play and learn
- Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education for their children
- Support your center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
- Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
- CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
- Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
- 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
- Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English
