Teacher - Infants and Toddlers

Description

Welcome to Kiddie Academy - St. Louis, where we're not just shaping young minds, we're nurturing a community of love, learning, and laughter. Here's why you'll love being part of our family:

Perks That Make You Smile:

• Take care of your health with our comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision insurance.
• Fuel your passion with Continuing Education Support, because growth never stops.
• Enjoy Employee discounts and Child care reimbursement, making life a little easier.
• Celebrate life's moments with Paid Holidays, vacations, and personal days.
• Show your pride with Free logo'd t-shirts - because you're part of something special.

Here's Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Experience top pay and benefits in a warm, welcoming environment that feels like home.
• Fuel your career with our commitment to your personal and professional development.
• Be part of something bigger with our NAEYC accreditation, a mark of excellence in early childhood education.
• Make a difference every day by contributing to the growth and development of the next generation.
• Embrace the joy of play in our child-led, teacher-facilitated learning environment.

As a Teacher at Kiddie Academy, You Will:

• Create a safe and nurturing classroom environment where every child feels loved and valued.
• Collaborate with lead teachers to ensure a seamless flow of learning experiences.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and coworkers, creating a sense of belonging.
• Bring lessons to life with engaging plans that spark curiosity and inspire learning.
• Embrace our mission and vision, spreading positivity and building a culture of excellence.

At Kiddie Academy St. Louis, we're not just a childcare center - we are a family. With three locations in Chesterfield, Des Peres, and O’Fallon, Missouri, and the support of our corporate team in Baltimore, we provide an exceptional learn-through-play curriculum for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, Average 8 hours/day between 7 am - 5:30 pm

Requirements

• 1-year or more experience in professional early childcare education is required
• A high school diploma is required.
• A CDA certificate, associate's degree, or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 40-pound on a consistent basis
• Strong communication skills: The ability to effectively communicate with young children, parents, and colleagues is essential.
• Patience and empathy: Working with young children can be challenging, so patience and empathy are important qualities to have.
• Creativity: Developing engaging and stimulating activities for young children requires creativity and imagination.
• Organizational skills: Being organized helps in planning lessons, managing materials, and maintaining a structured learning environment.
• Adaptability: Young children can be unpredictable, so being able to adapt to different situations and changing needs is crucial.
• Passion for teaching and early childhood development

If you're passionate about creating a developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children and growing yourself along the way, join us at Kiddie Academy St. Louis today. Let's make a difference together!

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