Teacher (Daycare Teacher | Child Care | Caregiver)
Kirkwood KinderCare
1080 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122
Looking for more than just a daycare job?
Have you worked as a babysitter, daycare teacher, child care provider, caregiver, daycare assistant, nanny, coach, camp counselor, or in customer service?
If you enjoy building relationships, helping others, creating positive experiences, and making someone's day a little brighter, you may be exactly who we're looking for.
At KinderCare, we believe great teachers come from many backgrounds. Whether your experience comes from child care, retail, hospitality, healthcare, coaching, education, or another people-focused role, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities to help you build a rewarding career in early childhood education.
Top 10 Reasons to Join KinderCare
- Paid training and professional development
- Opportunities to grow into Lead Teacher and Leadership roles
- Supportive, team-focused work environment
- Discounted childcare benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Tuition assistance opportunities
- Meaningful work where you make a difference every day
- Join one of America's most trusted child care providers
What You'll Do
As a KinderCare Teacher, you'll create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide high-quality care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or school-age children.
- Create fun, age-appropriate learning experiences that encourage curiosity and confidence.
- Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and teammates.
- Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing standards.
- Work collaboratively with your team to create an exceptional experience for every child and family.
Experience We Love to See
If you've worked in any of these roles, your experience could make you a great fit:
- Daycare Teacher
- Child Care Teacher
- Preschool Teacher
- Child Care Provider
- Daycare Assistant
- Caregiver
- Babysitter
- Nanny
- Coach
- Camp Counselor
- Teacher's Aide
- Paraprofessional
- Customer Service Representative
- Retail Associate
- Hospitality Team Member
- Healthcare or Caregiving Professional
No matter your background, if you enjoy building relationships, working as part of a team, and helping children learn and grow, we'd love to meet you.
Qualifications
- Meet Missouri licensing requirements for employment in a licensed child care center.
- A passion for working with children and families.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
Build More Than a Job—Build a Career
Many of our Lead Teachers, Assistant Directors, and Center Directors started as teachers. At KinderCare, we'll invest in your future through training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day while building a long-term career, apply today. We'd love to welcome you to the KinderCare family.
Pay: From $15.40 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
