Early Preschool Teacher
About The Position
The Early Preschool Teacher creates a safe, warm, and inspiring classroom for children ages 2 to 3. Working alongside a partner teacher, the teacher manages daily classroom activities, builds connections with each child, and responds to individual needs with sound judgment and care. Using the provided curriculum as a guide, the teacher designs balanced lesson plans that combine intentional learning activities with purposeful open play. The role also involves supporting children’s social and emotional development, communicating with families and school staff, assisting with meals, rest, and personal care, and keeping the classroom clean and compliant with safety and licensing requirements. The teacher may also perform other related classroom duties and school support tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- Educational background including 12 semester or 18 quarter units in early childhood education, with coursework covering early child development, child, family, and community, and program/curriculum; or a bachelor’s degree in child development.
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Prior teaching experience with preschool students.
Responsibilities
- Create a safe, warm, inspiring, nurturing, and responsive classroom environment for children ages 2 to 3.
- Manage daily classroom activities alongside a partner teacher and ensure children’s individual needs are met.
- Use the provided curriculum to design balanced lesson plans combining intentional learning activities and purposeful open play.
- Promote positive development of children’s social and emotional competencies.
- Communicate daily with parents and guardians and collaborate with co-teachers and school staff.
- Assist children during meals, snacks, rest periods, and routine personal care, including toileting and diaper changing as needed.
- Keep the classroom clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations and licensing guidelines.
- Perform other related classroom duties and school support tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental benefits
- 401(k) plan benefits
- Paid holidays and sick days
- Student tuition discount
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
