Preschool Teacher - Playa Vista

Brella•Los Angeles, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Brella is hiring a Preschool Teacher to work with 24-month-old children at its Playa Vista center. The role supports Brella’s flexible child care model while providing high-quality early learning experiences. The teacher works with co-teachers to create a safe, loving classroom; engage children with age-appropriate materials; implement Brella’s curriculum; and adapt plans to children’s ages and emerging interests. The position also involves maintaining classroom safety, building positive relationships with coworkers, and communicating with families about curriculum and child development. The center is open Monday through Friday, with shifts typically running between 7:45 AM and 6:15 PM. The role requires meeting California Department of Social Services/ Licensing requirements and being able to perform the essential functions described, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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, response, and gentle guidance.
Engage children as they work with age-appropriate, stimulating, and thoughtful materials.
Plan and implement Brella curriculum, make daily modifications for age groups or emerging 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 create positive relationships and center culture.
Communicate effectively with families during drop-off and pick-up and provide curriculum and development updates.
Supervise children and respond promptly and appropriately to classroom needs, unexpected situations, safety concerns, and emergencies.
Follow state, federal, and Brella guidelines related to immunizations, employment physicals, required health and safety training, and safe classroom practices.