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Nurture and Nature Early Childhood Education Center
Preschool Co-Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$42,713 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Nurture And Nature has a reputation in the local community for providing an excellent whole child and family experience.
Position Available:
Preschool Co-Teacher The Preschool Co-Teacher will create and implement a nurturing and engaging learning environment for a class of approximately 16 students alongside existing Preschool Co-Teacher. This role focuses on curriculum development, lesson planning, and assessing student progress, while fostering strong communication with parents through daily conversations and semi-annual meetings. The Co-Teachers collaboratively ensure classroom safety and behavior guidance in alignment with child development best practices and school philosophy. Responsibilities- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans
- Assess and monitor student progress and development using written goal reports
- Manage classroom environment and maintain safety standards
- Communicate regularly with parents during daily exchanges and scheduled meetings
- Guide and support positive behavior and social skill development using modeling and facilitation Required Qualifications
- At least 16 units of ECE associated classes
- Proficient in early childhood development, lesson planning, and classroom management
- Proficient writing skills to update student goals
- Strong communication and team leadership skills
- Experience with early childhood behavior management and conflict resolution
- CPR and First Aid Certification Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in early childhood education
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Position Details:
- 38-40 hours/week (5 days: Monday-Friday)
- $29-$33/hour based on education/experience
- Option to Participate in CalSavers Retirement Program
- Option to Participate in ICHRA Health Benefit Reimbursement Account
- Paid time off: One week Vacation time, one week Sick time, 11 Federal Holiday closures plus additional school closure days off (Wednesday before Thanksgiving, 2 weeks at Winter Break, 1 week at Spring Break) for a total of almost 7 weeks paid time off.
- Non-paid time off: July (school is closed)