EmpowerME Preschool & Childcare, a program of Single Mom Strong, is seeking a fully-qualified teacher (at least 9 units, including 3 in infant-todddler). The right candidate truly understands the importance of cultivating trusting, caring relationships with children and families and the value of quality early childhood education. This rewarding role requires ability to work autonomously, strong leadership, and commitment to partnering with families, while providing exceptional customer service. We are a local nonprofit organization working to address the lack of affordable, quality childcare options for single parents. Our mission is to empower single mothers and their children through enrichment, encouragement and educational programs. Our EmpowerME Preschool & Childcare programs are an extension of that mission providing an outstanding resource to the community and addressing many of single parents' challenges. At SMS, we provide the "village" it takes to raise a child. The right candidate will not see this as a job, but rather an opportunity to be part of a solution for families. We want you to feel that you are a part of something bigger, enjoy coming to work each day and feel proud of the organization you work for.

Benefits:

Medical/Vision/Dental Coverage Vacation/Sick Pay 50% off to free Childcare (first child- depending on program)

Minimum Qualifications:

To be a fully qualified infant care teacher, a teacher shall have the following: (1) Completion, with passing grades, of at least 9, while enrolled in the final 3, or 12 postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood or child development education at an accredited or approved college or university. (A) At least three of the units required in (c)(1) above shall be related to the care of infants and toddlers or shall contain instruction specific to infants. 1. Examples of acceptable course work are pediatric nursing and postnatal care. (2)At least six months of experience in a licensed infant care center or comparable group child care program for children under five years of age. (A) Experience shall be verified as having been performed satisfactorily, at least three hours per day for a minimum of 50 days in a six-month period, as a paid or volunteer staff member under the supervision of a person who would qualify as a teacher or director under this chapter.

Other Requirements:

Certification and Possession of valid Child/ Pediatric CPR and First Aid (EMSA certififed) Completion of Health Screening (LIC503) and TB Clearance Criminal Record Clearance, including Child Abuse Index Completion of Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207)

Current Immunization Records:

MMR, Dtap, TB, Influenza' '

Work Remotely No''Work Remotely No Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$19.00 - $20.50 per hour Expected hours: No less than 20.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have the required Early Childhood Education units, including infant/toddler?

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person