About this role
Early Childhood Educator (Birth – Age 5)
Compensation: $25.00 per hour Location: Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy | Mableton, GA Employment Type: Full-Time
Elevate Your Teaching Career at Kids 'R' Kids Mableton As Kids 'R' Kids Mableton enters its 20th year of community leadership, we are raising our standard of care to set a new benchmark for Early Childhood Education in Cobb County and Metro Atlanta. We are actively seeking high-caliber educators—graduates from top ECE degree programs and experienced professionals from high-quality group care settings—who view early childhood teaching as a true profession. If you possess a deep understanding of child development, hold a degree or credential in ECE, and want to practice in an environment that honors pedagogical rigor alongside warm, nurturing care, we invite you to lead our classrooms.
Why Premier Educators Choose Kids 'R' Kids Mableton
• Top-Tier Compensation: A competitive flat rate of $25.00/hour that directly reflects your degree, credentials, and classroom experience.
• Employer-Sponsored Certifications: CPR, First Aid, and state-required health/safety trainings are fully funded and provided at no cost to you.
• Academic & Professional Support: Dedicated curriculum resources, low teacher-to-student ratios, and active administrative advocacy that respects your classroom autonomy.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and generous childcare tuition discounts for your family.
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development funding, credential renewal support, and leadership pathways.
Key Responsibilities
• Pedagogical Leadership: Design and execute inquiry-based, developmentally appropriate learning experiences anchored in ECE best practices.
• Developmental Assessment: Track and document individual developmental milestones (birth–5) to tailor learning approaches and support early intervention when needed.
• Classroom Management: Establish a structured, joyful, and emotionally supportive classroom environment compliant with state (DECAL) and Quality Rated standards.
• Family Engagement: Cultivate transparent, professional, and empathetic partnerships with families regarding child growth and daily achievements.
• Mentorship: Model high-quality instructional practices and collaborate with support staff to elevate teaching standards center-wide.
Required Qualifications
• Education & Credentials (Must meet at least ONE):
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in ECE.
• Experience: 2+ years of verified lead teaching experience in a licensed group care setting, accredited preschool, or high-quality early learning center.
• Compliance: Active GaPDS clearance (or ability to clear a comprehensive DECAL background check prior to start).
(Note: Active CPR and First Aid certifications are not required prior to hire; all required certifications are provided and covered by the employer.)
How to Apply If you are ready to bring your expertise to a program dedicated to continuous quality improvement, submit your updated resume highlighting your ECE education, credentials, and classroom experience. $25.00/hr