Teacher - Pasadena

Brella•Pasadena, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Brella is seeking educators for an anticipated full-time Preschool Teacher opening in the Lilac classroom at its Pasadena center, working with children around 24 months of age. The anticipated start date is early 2027, with a possibility of an earlier start depending on enrollment, center needs, and candidate availability. Applications are welcome now. The teacher helps create a warm, engaging classroom where children feel safe to explore, build relationships, and learn through play. The role collaborates with fellow educators to deliver thoughtful learning experiences and support Brella’s flexible approach to child care. Brella is looking for adaptable, collaborative educators who are passionate about early childhood education, embrace change, and are eager to learn. The Pasadena center is located at 475 S Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101. It is open Monday through Friday, with shifts typically running between 7:45 AM and 6:15 PM.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma.
Have 12 Early Childhood Education units, including 3 units specific to infant care, as required by licensing.
Have at least 12 months of experience working in a licensed child care facility.
Meet the requirements of the California Department of Social Services / Licensing.
Be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and loving environment for children in collaboration with co-teachers.
Model empathy through respect, responsiveness, and gentle guidance.
Engage with children as they work with age-appropriate, stimulating, and thoughtful materials.
Plan and implement the Brella curriculum, making daily modifications as needed for age groups or emergent class interests, and demonstrate that target curriculum engagement and quality elements are being achieved.
Keep the classroom safe by following procedures and guidelines.
Collaborate and communicate respectfully with coworkers to build positive relationships and center culture.
Communicate effectively with families during drop-off and pick-up and provide curriculum and development updates.
Safely interact with and physically support children using appropriate child-handling techniques.
Respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations, safety concerns, or emergencies.
Follow state, federal, and Brella guidelines related to immunizations, employment physicals, required health and safety training, and safe classroom practices.