Toddler/Preschool Teacher

Toddler & Preschool Teacher

Big Future Preschool | San Marcos, CA

Big Future Preschool is a fast-paced, academic early learning center with a warm, family-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for passionate, dedicated educators who genuinely love working with young children and supporting their growth, development, and early learning.

As our program continues to grow, we are seeking enthusiastic teachers to join our collaborative team and provide high-quality care and education for children ages 18 months to 5 years old.

Position

Toddler & Preschool Teacher (Ages 18 Months–5 Years)

Classroom placement will be based on your experience, education, strengths, and preferences.

About the Role

The ideal candidate has experience working in a licensed child care center and is passionate about creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that support children's developmental needs.

Our program combines nurturing care with a strong academic foundation. Teachers should be comfortable supporting toddler development, encouraging independence, building social-emotional skills, and introducing early literacy, phonics, writing, and kindergarten readiness concepts in fun, developmentally appropriate ways.

We are looking for educators who take initiative, work independently, collaborate with their team, and create a positive, structured classroom environment where every child can thrive.

Schedule

• Full-Time: Monday–Friday (40 hours per week)
• Center Hours: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
• Specific work schedule will be discussed during the interview.
• Reports to the Center Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the required Early Childhood Education (ECE) units in Child Development or a related field, consistent with California Title 22 requirements for the assigned position.
• Experience working in a licensed child care center preferred.
• Genuine interest in working with toddlers and preschool-aged children.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in a licensed child care center.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or Human Development.
• Current Child Development Teacher Permit or Master Teacher Permit.
• Experience implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for toddlers and preschool-aged children.

Additional Requirements

• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain after hire.
• Health screening and negative TB test.
• Proof of required immunizations, as applicable under California requirements.
• DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance.

Skills & Abilities

• Genuine love for working with young children and supporting their individual needs.
• Ability to actively engage with children throughout the day, including bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and standing for extended periods.
• Strong classroom management, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and contribute to a collaborative team.
• Excellent communication skills with children, families, and coworkers.
• Patience, flexibility, dependability, and a positive attitude.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant ECE transcripts, permits, or certifications to the Center Director.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a meaningful difference during the most important years of a child's development, we would love to meet you!

Join the Big Future Preschool family and help our little learners build a big future!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Poway, CA 92064 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Poway, CA 92064: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person