Preschool Teacher

KinderCare is seeking Teachers for our Shelton center to nurture and inspire young children in a safe, engaging learning environment. In this role, you will design and lead play-based, age-appropriate activities that support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. You will build strong relationships with families, communicate regularly about each child’s progress, and maintain a clean, organized classroom. KinderCare offers a collaborative, inclusive culture with training, career growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day. Plan and implement age-appropriate, play-based curriculum and activities. Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment. Supervise children and ensure adherence to safety and health standards. Observe, document, and communicate children’s progress to families. Build strong relationships with families through regular communication. Collaborate with center staff to support program goals and initiatives. Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and materials. Participate in training and professional development opportunities. Early childhood classroom management Lesson planning Child development knowledge (0-5) Parent communication Classroom safety and supervision Observation and documentation of progress Behavior guidance techniques Basic computer skills for reporting First aid and CPR knowledge Collaboration with teaching team Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k State early childhood education credential (where required) CPR and First Aid certification Background check eligibility