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 tuition 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're 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
- 1-year or more experience in early childcare education is required
- A high school diploma is required.
- CDA certificate, Associate's Degree, or equivalent experience 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!