Preschool Teacher

The teacher will provide care, development and instruction to students in the program. The Preschool teacher will work side by side with the Site Supervisor/Preschool Program Manager. The Preschool teacher will lead structured outside and inside activities daily, as well as assist the Site Supervisor/Preschool Program Manager with multiple classroom duties. The Preschool teacher will work with the team and will communicate with families, help plan events, help with assessments, help with the Annual Preschool Self-evaluation, and give input on lesson plans and possible areas of improvement within the classroom.

What You'll Do:

Participate in Annual Preschool Self Evaluation.
Ensure Community Care Licensing and Title 22 Regulations are being met at all times.
Ensure ratios are always met.
Create one structured daily activity for inside and outside free play (approved by Site Supervisor/Preschool Program Manager).
Communicate with parents about upcoming events.
Be in charge when Site Supervisor/Preschool Program Manager with DRDPs twice per year.
Help create Family Fun Nights, Field Trips, and other Special Events.
Keep a clean and safe environment.

Who You Are:

Passionate about early childhood education
Collaborative team player
A people person!
Engaging and outgoing
Patient
Imaginative thinking
Good communication skills

What You'll Need:

High school diploma or GED required.
Teacher or Master Teacher Permit preferred.
Equivalent units to a Teacher or Master Teacher Permit required. Option 1: 24 units Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CD) including core courses plus 16 General Education (GE) units. Option 2: AA or higher in ECE/CD or related field with 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting.
Adult/Pediatric First Aid/CPR preferred (willing to obtain immediately after hire).
16-Hour Health and Safety Course preferred (willing to obtain immediately after hire).
Two years experience in Center based Preschool classroom preferred.
Has worked in a licensed childcare center with the ability to lead circle time, small group, and other activities throughout the day independently. Has knowledge of Title 22 and Community Care Licensing regulations.
Ability to take DRDP notes preferred.

Job Information:

Full-time positions available, day shifts.
Starting wage $29.88 to $36.22 based on qualifications.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. An equal opportunity employer.