Child Development Teacher

Providence • Santa Monica, CA

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About The Position

The Early Childhood Teacher works as a team member to provide a safe and secure environment to enhance a child's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development as part of our National Accredited for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Early Childhood Development Center. The Teacher is responsible for co-teaching with other educators in the center, organizing and planning a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on center's philosophy and NAEYC accreditation guidelines and Community Care Licensing Requirements for all age-groups in the Early Childhood Directions Program. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Saint Johns Health Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Related Field.
• 24 Semester units of Early Childhood Education including all CORE classes + Infant and Toddler Development Class.
• Child Development.
• Principles & Practices in ECE.
• Introduction to Curriculum.
• The Child, Family & Community.
• 3 Units of Infant/Toddler Development.
• Supervised Field Experience.
• Current/Valid California Commission on Teaching Credentialing - Teacher Permit.
• Background Check Clearance by the CA Department of Social Services.
• 2 years working with preschool age-children.
• 6 months Supervised Field Experience in Early Childhood Setting.
• 6 months working with Infants and Toddlers.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Related Field.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for children.
• Enhance children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
• Co-teach with other educators in the center.
• Organize and plan a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Adhere to NAEYC accreditation guidelines.
• Follow Community Care Licensing Requirements for all age groups.

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits designed to support you and your family in staying well.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Financial security support.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree