Preschool Teacher

Responsibilities:

• Plan, supervise, and implement curriculum for the classroom based on the policies and philosophy of the school
• Treat each child with dignity and respect while endeavoring to understand his/her unique personality and background
• Gear the program to the needs of the individual child with concern for his/her interests, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning
• Assist children in observing school rules and promote such rules by example, through positive reinforcement, and natural/logical consequences
• Actively supervise children at all times, both indoor and outdoor play
• Assist children at rest time (in appropriate classes) by promoting a restful and quiet atmosphere
• Use the rest time for project preparation, housekeeping, and set-up
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe learning environment
• Set up interest centers and prepare needed materials and supplies
• Take responsibility for the cleanliness of the teacher’s storage area and keep office informed of supply needs
• Establish and maintain a positive liaison with parents; conduct parent orientation at beginning of school year
• Communicate appropriately with parents, children, staff, and community; maintain confidentiality of families and information
• Assess and inform parents of each child’s progress; conduct conferences as need or requested by parents or Director
• Maintain professional attitude and loyalty to the school
• Awareness of emergency protocol for fire drills, earthquake, and code red/blue situations
• Hiring 2s, 3s and 4s Teachers and Substitute Teachers
• Minimum of 12+ Early Childhood Education (ECE) units
• Infant/Toddler units are a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university preferred, AA Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field accepted
• Familiar with Title 22 licensing requirements

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sunnyvale, CA 94087: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person