KinderCare Education

Child Care Center Teacher

Location : Grove City, OH, 43123

Job Type : Full Time

Date Posted : 4 May 2026

Company Overview:

KinderCare Learning Companies is a place where futures are built. As the only early childhood education provider honored with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, the organization offers a broad range of childcare and early learning programs to families across the nation. Through KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, and Crème de la Crème, our mission is to strengthen children’s confidence, support families, and enrich communities.

Role and Responsibilities:

As a Child Care Center Teacher at KinderCare, you will play an important role in each child’s learning journey, helping them reach developmental milestones while maintaining a welcoming, safe classroom where curiosity and growth can flourish. You will also work together with families and fellow educators to provide a high-quality early education experience.

Follow KinderCare’s curriculum and adjust instruction to suit the developmental needs of each child.
Create and maintain a classroom environment that is safe, engaging, and supportive.
Develop positive, professional relationships with children, families, colleagues, and community partners.
Partner with parents to encourage continued learning and development at home.
Assist with center goals related to enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement.
Maintain compliance with KinderCare policies and state licensing regulations.

Required Skills and Experience:

Strong customer service skills, solid organization, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Must meet state qualification requirements or be willing to complete necessary steps to obtain them.
CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to become certified.
Able to lift up to 40 pounds, participate in indoor and outdoor activities, and physically engage with children.
Clear and effective communication in English with children and families.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or eligibility through NAEYC standards.
Two to three years of early childhood education experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
State-approved trainer status (preferred).

Compensation and Benefits:

Hourly pay is based on location. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, childcare discounts, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and other supportive resources.

About KinderCare Education:

KinderCare Learning Companies is committed to supporting children and their families. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment, ongoing professional development, and the reward of making a meaningful difference in young learners’ lives. KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering fair and equal consideration to all applicants regardless of race, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, gender identity or expression, or any other protected classification.