Preschool & Childcare Center Careers in Kansas City, KS

Is Early Childhood Education not just your occupation but your "occu-passion"? Are you looking for a supportive environment and opportunities to grow professionally? If so, you will love our team! We are positive, professional, and passionate about the care and education of young children.
Are you ready to make a DIFFERENCE? At Little Leaders, we touch the future by making sure every little leaders is ready for tomorrow. We are looking for someone who shares this mission and wants to join an amazing school family.

Our IDEAL Team Member:

• has at least 1 year of experience in a licensed child care center;
• is able to work Monday – Friday;
• is pursuing Child Care and/or Education as a career;
• is positive;
• is professional;
• is passionate about the care and education of young children.

Benefits include:

• Competitive pay starting at $13.50/hour with a 2-Year Degree and $14.00/hour with a 4-Year Degree; A $250 bonus at 8 weeks and raises every six months;
• 50% of health insurance premiums paid with dental and vision insurance available;
• 84 hours of paid time off annually;
• 12 paid days off for holidays;
• Annual loyalty bonus;
• A collaborative team environment;
• Smiles and hugs from students;
• Knowing you do work that MATTERS!

Little Leaders of KCK offers children ages 12 months to six years the opportunity to explore, create, and imagine while they develop academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. These opportunities take place in a safe, nurturing environment under the guidance of a highly qualified teaching staff that is professional, positive, and passionate about the care and education of young children. Little Leaders of KCK is located on the campus of Kansas City Kansas Community College. It is owned and operated by Christi Eaton and Kim Maples who are both former elementary teachers and reading specialists. Together they have over 40 years of experience in education. They are dedicated to providing uncompromising quality in the care and education of every little leader.

Requirements: Lead Teacher

This position requires the ability to provide a stable and consistent environment with professionalism, a positive demeanor, and a passion for working with young children and their families. The Lead Teacher needs to:

• Be able to work well within a team environment.
• Be able to manage small and large groups up to 21 children.
• Be an organized person who is able to plan and implement lessons based on children's needs.
• Be able to set limits and provide a structured environment conducive to learning.
• Be able to incorporate music and play into learning.
• Provide age and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Be able to provide instruction in early literacy.
• Understand child development.
• Be versed in a variety of classroom managements techniques.
• Be willing to be trained on a specific curriculum or teaching strategy.
• Be willing to work with families to provide the best care and early education for their children.
• Be flexible when working with children.
• Be professional when working with staff, parents, and children.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $13.50 to $15.00 /hour ($28,080 year – $31,200/year)

Is Early Childhood Education not just your occupation but your "occu-passion"? Are you looking for a supportive environment and opportunities to grow professionally? If so, you will love our team! We are positive, professional, and passionate about the care and education of young children.

Are you ready to make a DIFFERENCE? At Little Leaders, we touch the future by making sure every little leaders is ready for tomorrow. We are looking for someone who shares this mission and wants to join an amazing school family.

Our Teacher's Assistants are a valuable part of our team. They assist in guiding activities within classrooms and build positive relationships with our little ones.

Our IDEAL Team Member:

• has at least 1 year of experience in a licensed child care center;
• is able to work Monday – Friday;
• is pursuing Child Care and/or Education as a career;
• is positive;
• is professional;
• is passionate about the care and education of young children.

Benefits include:

• A collaborative team environment;
• Competitive pay starting at $11.50/hour with raises every six months;
• Annual loyalty bonus;
• SIMPLE retirement plan with a 3% employer match;
• Smiles and hugs from students;
• Knowing you do work that MATTERS!

Little Leaders of KCK offers children ages 12 months to six years the opportunity to explore, create, and imagine while they develop academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. These opportunities take place in a safe, nurturing environment under the guidance of a highly qualified teaching staff that is professional, positive, and passionate about the care and education of young children. Little Leaders is located on the campus of Kansas City Kansas Community College. It is owned and operated by Christi Eaton and Kim Maples who are both former elementary teachers and reading specialists. Together they have over 30 years of experience in education. They are dedicated to providing uncompromising quality in the care and education of every little leader.

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $11.50 to $13.50 /hour