Early Education Preschool Teacher

Overview

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The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for an Early Education Preschool Teacher to teach children from BIRTH TO 4 YEARS OF AGE for the Little Schoolhouse Child Development Center of the Early Education Department of the Learning and Leadership Services Division. We anticipate one full-time and three part-time vacancies. This position provides supervision, care, and instruction to students;

prepares and organizes classroom activities and materials for the assigned program and child/student age group. Services will be provided to children from birth to 4 years.

Salary:
Early Education Preschool Teacher Compensation Plan: $227.58 - $295.67 daily rate (based on an 8 hrs/day)

Please note:

This position is state contracted by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) General Childcare and Development (CCTR) program and based on year-to-year allocations.

This position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to college units required to obtain the Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher, three of the college units must be related to the care of infants, and two (2) years of experience working with infant, toddler and/or preschool-aged children in a licensed early learning and care center or comparable group childcare program.

• Valid CA Child Development Permit as issued by the CTC in one of the following areas:
Associate Teacher, Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, or Program Director. Site Supervisor Permit or above is highly preferred.

• Proof of required immunizations, including measles and pertussis vaccinations

• Valid First Aid and CPR (Infant/Child/Adult) certification as issued by an American Red Cross or an American Heart Association-approved program

To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

• Resume, detailing education and experience
• Letter of introduction
• Two (2) current, signed letters of recommendation dated within the last year
• Copy of valid CA Child Development Permit Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• Copy of valid First Aid and CPR (Infant/Child/Adult) certification as issued by an American Red Cross or an American Heart Association-approved program
• Copy of transcripts verifying college coursework including three college units in the care of infants

* Note:

Valid California credentials are a requirement at the time of hire. If you do not possess the required California credentials, you may go to the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing website  for details on meeting California’s requirements.

Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening. All required California Credentials (if applicable, as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing) must be confirmed prior to employment with SDCOE.

Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal-opportunity employer.