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Kids & Company Ltd·Schenectady, New York

$16 - $19/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 23 days ago
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About the role

Teachers are responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment while implementing a play-based curriculum. They must also support the developmental growth of children and build meaningful relationships with families.

Inspire Young Minds. Build Your Career. Make an Impact.

Are you passionate about working with children and helping them grow, learn, and thrive? At Inspire Early Education, we create a joyful, inclusive environment where both children and educators flourish.

We’re looking for caring, experienced Childcare Teachers who are ready to bring energy, creativity, and compassion to our classrooms.

Your New Work Home

MapleLeaf Childcare Center - Rotterdam

2739 Hamburg St.

Schenectady, NY 12303

We’re Hiring For

  • Assistant Toddler Teacher
  • Floating Teachers (All age groups)

Why You'll Love Working with Us

  • We don’t just support children — we support YOU.
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
  • Paid time off + paid holidays (because balance matters)
  • 401(k) to invest in your future
  • Employee childcare discounts
  • Daily Pay App — get paid when you need it
  • Career growth opportunities (we promote from within!)
  • A welcoming, inclusive, and team-first culture
  • Recognition for the incredible work you do

What You’ll Do

Every day is a chance to make an impact. You will

  • Create a warm, safe, and engaging classroom environment
  • Bring learning to life through play-based curriculum
  • Support children’s growth, confidence, and development
  • Build meaningful relationships with children and families
  • Keep classrooms organized while meeting state standards
  • Work alongside a supportive and collaborative team
  • Who You Are
  • High School Diploma or GED (Required)
  • At least two (2) experience in a childcare setting (Required)
  • CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education (A Plus!)
  • Bilingual in Spanish (A Plus!)
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A positive attitude and passion for working with children
  • Ability to pass background and health requirements

Ready to Love Where You Work?

If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want a career filled with purpose, connection, and joy — we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and start making a difference at Inspire Early Education!

Join us at Inspire Early Education and become part of a diverse and inclusive community committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Inspire Early Education is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at careers@inspireschools.com [careers@inspireschools.com].

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in a childcare setting. A CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education is considered a plus.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Relationship building
  • Safety compliance
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Early childhood education
  • Play-based curriculum

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Employee childcare discounts

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$16 - $19/hr
Location
Schenectady, New York
Posted
Aug 2, 2026
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Hiring organization

Kids & Company Ltd

At Kids & Company, we’re passionate about providing a dynamic and engaging early learning experience that’s centered around our emergent curriculum and learn-through-play philosophy. Our proprietary programs—Alpha-Mania (pre-literacy and early reading), Mini Masters (art), and...

Salary listed on 45 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Market context

Childcare teacher demand in New York

Childcare teachers in New York are often in steady demand, especially in centers that need staff who can meet licensing and classroom support requirements. Competition can be strong for roles that prefer a CDA or Early Childhood Education degree, so childcare experience and readiness to pass background and health checks can help your application stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your resume to show classroom experience, reliability, and any early childhood credentials.

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