Infant​/Toddler Teacher

Kickstart your teaching career with Kids' Corps, Inc. and make a meaningful impact on young children and families!

Are you passionate about early childhood education and eager to support families in your community? Kids' Corps, Inc., a trusted nonprofit serving low-income families in Anchorage, Alaska, is looking for dedicated Teachers to join our team. Since 1990, we've been committed to creating a nurturing environment that fosters the social and emotional skills children need for lifelong success.

Kids' Corps, Inc. provides Head Start, Early Head Start, and Parents as Teachers programs, offering enriching experiences to children and support to their families. We believe in play-based learning, individualized instruction, and continuous assessment to help every child reach their fullest potential.

• Role:
  Teacher
• Location:
  
  Anchorage, Alaska
• Type:
  Full-time, non-exempt position
• Work Hours:
  
  Monday - Friday, 8-hour shift between 7:30 am-5:30 pm (Year-Round)
• Starting Salary:
  Dependent on education level:
  • CDA/SEED Equivalent Certificate: $24.28 per hour
  • Associate's Degree: $26.70 per hour
  • Bachelor's Degree: $29.38 per hour
  • Graduate Degree: $32.32 per hour
  • There is a 10-step wage scale built into this position that occurs annually.
• Benefits:
  Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, 401k with company match, 12 paid holidays, and paid leave
• Introductory Period: 90-day probation period

• Create a safe and nurturing classroom environment that supports children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Implement play-based learning and individual/small group instruction strategies.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and collaborate with parents to set goals for children's growth.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and coaching to enhance teaching skills.

• Current Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) with Infant Toddler specific training, OR
• State of Alaska SEED Practitioner Certificate Level Six or higher with willingness to obtain CDA within 6 months of hire, OR
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with specific coursework in early childhood education.

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