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From hands-on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.\n\nYou will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.\n\nWhat your day looks like:\n\nPlan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities for the [AGE GROUP] classroom\nKeep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements\nObserve and document each child's development and share progress with families regularly\nBuild relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences\nComplete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and assessments\n\nPay and benefits\n\nPay: [PAY RANGE] per hour, based on experience and education.\n\nFull-time employees receive:\n\nMedical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability\n401(k)\n9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO\n50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center\nUp to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education\nAccess to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) - offers professional and confidential services to help you and your loved ones quality of life.\nCoaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development\n\nRequirements:\n\nRequirements\n\nAt least 18 years old\nHigh school diploma or GED\nAbility to pass a background check\nCompletion of 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire (we will help you get there)\nGenuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being\nStrong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families\nPhysical ability to meet the demands of working with young children\nA degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.\n\nAbout Child Development Schools\n\nChild Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with 270+ centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. We are committed to providing high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities we serve.\n\nWe believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. 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