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Hello candidates!
The Childcare Educator is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children. The Educator supports children's cognitive, social, emotional, physical, language, and creative development while maintaining compliance with all licensing, health, safety, and program requirements.
The Educator serves as a positive role model and works collaboratively with families, coworkers, and administration to support each child's growth and success.
The transcript must at least meet one of the following to qualify:
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential for Preschool or Birth-to-Five
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
Applicants must pass:
- Fingerprint & background check
- A negative TB test
- Provide documentation of current CPR/First Aid training.
- Only candidates with valid transcripts for this position will be considered.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee must be able to:
- Lift up to 40 pounds.
- Sit on the floor and interact with children.
- Bend, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently.
- Move quickly to respond to children's needs and emergencies.
- Participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
- Remain standing or walking for extended periods.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Child Supervision and Safety
- Maintain constant active supervision of children at all times.
- Ensure children's safety indoors, outdoors, during field trips, and during transitions.
- Follow all licensing regulations, center policies, and safety procedures.
- Conduct regular classroom safety inspections and report hazards immediately.
- Monitor arrival and departure procedures.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies, injuries, illnesses, and behavioral incidents.
- Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and other required certifications.
Child Development and Education
- Plan and implement age-appropriate learning experiences.
- Support children's development in:
- Language and literacy
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social studies
- Physical development
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative arts
- STEAM education
- Foster curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
- Encourage positive peer interactions and conflict resolution.
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
- Promote school readiness and lifelong learning.
Classroom Management
- Create and maintain a positive classroom environment.
- Establish consistent routines and expectations.
- Use positive guidance techniques and appropriate behavior management practices.
- Encourage independence and responsibility.
- Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness.
- Wipe floor and 3-step cleaning tables.
- Might be required to clean and sanitize dishes and toys.
- Prepare learning materials and classroom activities.
- Ensure equipment and materials are used safely.
Observation and Assessment
- Observe and document children's development and progress.
- Complete developmental assessments as required.
- Identify concerns regarding development, behavior, or learning.
- Collaborate with administration and families regarding concerns.
- Maintain accurate and timely records.
Parent and Family Communication
- Build positive relationships with families.
- Communicate regularly regarding children's progress, achievements, and concerns.
- Greet families professionally during drop-off and pick-up.
- Respond to parent inquiries respectfully and promptly.
- Participate in conferences, family events, and center activities as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families.
Health and Wellness
- Follow all health and sanitation procedures as outlined in center's policy statement.
- Monitor children for signs of illness.
- Ensure proper handwashing and hygiene practices.
- Serve meals and feed children.
- Label and date opened food.
- Log refrigerator's temperature
- Maintain accurate health records and incident reports.
- Support healthy eating habits and physical activity.
- Change diapers
Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Complete daily attendance records on center's app.
- Maintain child files and classroom documentation.
- Record incidents, injuries, behavioral concerns, and parent communications.
- Complete required reports accurately and timely.
- Protect confidential information.Teamwork and Professionalism
- Work cooperatively with coworkers and administration.
- Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
- Accept coaching and feedback professionally.
- Demonstrate flexibility in classroom assignments and scheduling.
- Assist other classrooms when needed.
- Support center-wide goals and initiatives.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
Compliance Responsibilities
- Comply with all applicable:
- Center's policy statement and procedures
- Michigan Childcare Licensing Rules
- Child Development and Care (CDA) requirements
- Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) requirements (if applicable)
- Health and safety regulations
- Report suspected child abuse or neglect as stated in the policy.
- Complete required professional development and training hours.
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Childcare
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CDA (or currently enrolled?) (Required)
Work Location: In person
Hello candidates!
The Childcare Educator is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children. The Educator supports children's cognitive, social, emotional, physical, language, and creative development while maintaining compliance with all licensing, health, safety, and program requirements.
The Educator serves as a positive role model and works collaboratively with families, coworkers, and administration to support each child's growth and success.
The transcript must at least meet one of the following to qualify:
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential for Preschool or Birth-to-Five
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
Applicants must pass:
- Fingerprint & background check
- A negative TB test
- Provide documentation of current CPR/First Aid training.
- Only candidates with valid transcripts for this position will be considered.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee must be able to:
- Lift up to 40 pounds.
- Sit on the floor and interact with children.
- Bend, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently.
- Move quickly to respond to children's needs and emergencies.
- Participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
- Remain standing or walking for extended periods.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Child Supervision and Safety
- Maintain constant active supervision of children at all times.
- Ensure children's safety indoors, outdoors, during field trips, and during transitions.
- Follow all licensing regulations, center policies, and safety procedures.
- Conduct regular classroom safety inspections and report hazards immediately.
- Monitor arrival and departure procedures.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies, injuries, illnesses, and behavioral incidents.
- Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and other required certifications.
Child Development and Education
- Plan and implement age-appropriate learning experiences.
- Support children's development in:
- Language and literacy
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social studies
- Physical development
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative arts
- STEAM education
- Foster curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
- Encourage positive peer interactions and conflict resolution.
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
- Promote school readiness and lifelong learning.
Classroom Management
- Create and maintain a positive classroom environment.
- Establish consistent routines and expectations.
- Use positive guidance techniques and appropriate behavior management practices.
- Encourage independence and responsibility.
- Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness.
- Wipe floor and 3-step cleaning tables.
- Might be required to clean and sanitize dishes and toys.
- Prepare learning materials and classroom activities.
- Ensure equipment and materials are used safely.
Observation and Assessment
- Observe and document children's development and progress.
- Complete developmental assessments as required.
- Identify concerns regarding development, behavior, or learning.
- Collaborate with administration and families regarding concerns.
- Maintain accurate and timely records.
Parent and Family Communication
- Build positive relationships with families.
- Communicate regularly regarding children's progress, achievements, and concerns.
- Greet families professionally during drop-off and pick-up.
- Respond to parent inquiries respectfully and promptly.
- Participate in conferences, family events, and center activities as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families.
Health and Wellness
- Follow all health and sanitation procedures as outlined in center's policy statement.
- Monitor children for signs of illness.
- Ensure proper handwashing and hygiene practices.
- Serve meals and feed children.
- Label and date opened food.
- Log refrigerator's temperature
- Maintain accurate health records and incident reports.
- Support healthy eating habits and physical activity.
- Change diapers
Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Complete daily attendance records on center's app.
- Maintain child files and classroom documentation.
- Record incidents, injuries, behavioral concerns, and parent communications.
- Complete required reports accurately and timely.
- Protect confidential information.Teamwork and Professionalism
- Work cooperatively with coworkers and administration.
- Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
- Accept coaching and feedback professionally.
- Demonstrate flexibility in classroom assignments and scheduling.
- Assist other classrooms when needed.
- Support center-wide goals and initiatives.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
Compliance Responsibilities
- Comply with all applicable:
- Center's policy statement and procedures
- Michigan Childcare Licensing Rules
- Child Development and Care (CDA) requirements
- Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) requirements (if applicable)
- Health and safety regulations
- Report suspected child abuse or neglect as stated in the policy.
- Complete required professional development and training hours.
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Childcare
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CDA (or currently enrolled?) (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in educator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education or a relevant subject area
- Valid state teaching license or equivalent certification for the role
- Experience with curriculum development and lesson planning
- Proficiency with a learning management system such as Canvas or Google Classroom
- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners
- CPR certification or cleared background check as required by district or state
Tips for Your Educator Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
A resume that works for a K-12 classroom won't land the same way for a corporate training role. Highlight grade levels, subject areas, or adult learning frameworks depending on where you're applying, and mirror the language in each posting.
Verify your licensure before applying
Many educator postings require a valid state teaching license or a subject-specific credential before you can be considered. Check the exact requirements for the state listed in the job, since reciprocity rules differ and some states have lengthy endorsement processes.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists educator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Build a portfolio of student outcomes
Hiring committees want evidence, not just credentials. Document assessment data, curriculum units you've designed, or professional development sessions you've led. Concrete artifacts showing how learners improved under your instruction set your application apart from candidates with similar degrees.
Prepare a model lesson for interviews
Most educator interviews include a live or recorded demonstration lesson. Know in advance whether you'll be teaching the actual panel or a sample student group, and choose a concept that showcases differentiation so the committee can see how you adjust for different learners.
Negotiate start date before signing
Educator contracts often lock you into a fixed school calendar or cohort start date. Before accepting an offer, confirm the exact start date, whether prep days are paid, and how summer professional development is handled, especially if you're relocating for the role.
Educator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most educators?
The companies hiring the most educators right now include lululemon, Right at School, and HOKALI, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to be highest in the months leading up to a new school year or cohort start.
How many educator jobs are remote?
About 29% of educator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote options most common in instructional design, online tutoring, and corporate learning and development roles. Traditional K-12 classroom and early childhood positions are almost always in-person.
How do you become an educator?
Earning a bachelor's degree in education or a subject area is the standard first step for most roles. You then need to complete a student teaching placement and pass your state's licensure exams. Once licensed, many educators pursue additional endorsements in areas like special education or English language learning to qualify for a broader range of positions.
How do you get hired as an educator with little or no experience?
Substitute teaching, tutoring, and paraprofessional roles are the most common entry points when you're building your classroom hours. Highlight any volunteer tutoring, after-school program work, or mentoring you've done on your application. Some districts and ed-tech companies also hire candidates who are still completing their student teaching requirement if the timing aligns with their opening.
What does the educator interview process look like?
Most educator interviews start with a phone or video screening focused on your background and philosophy. A panel interview with administrators, department heads, or fellow teachers typically follows. You'll usually be asked to deliver a demonstration lesson, either live or recorded, and the process often closes with questions about classroom management, assessment practices, and how you support students with different learning needs.
Where can I find and apply to educator jobs?
You can find and apply to educator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your subject area, grade level, or setting, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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