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Preschool Teacher (SCDC 1), MCOE Early Learning Program PC#2046 *Internal Applicants Only
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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
Preschool Teacher (SCDC 1), MCOE Early Learning Program PC#2046
- Internal Applicants Only at Monterey County Office Of Education
IN-HOUSE VACANCY
- INTERNAL
CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered. Print Application Deadline 9/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/19/2026 Contact Amanda Fullmer Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $213.91- $273.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
- Possession of an Associate degree in early childhood education from an accredited college/university OR Associate degree in any other field with coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education
- Hold a valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher
- Completed coursework must include, with a grade C or better, in at least one of the following core areas:
- Child/Human growth and development
- Child Family and community or Child and Family Relations
- ECE curriculum course
- Possession of at least 175 days of teaching experience with preschool aged children in a group setting (at least 50 hours of experience must be in an instructional capacity in a child care or development program working at least 3 hours per day in a six month period within the last two years)
Licenses and Certifications:
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License and the availability of an automobile with at least the state minimum insurance coverage required by law
- Attain and maintain proof of completion of 16 hours of training in preventative health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid compliant with Title
- 22 regulations Copy of Transcript ( Must Show Confer Date) Credential Copy (valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher) Letter of Introduction Resume Requirements /
Qualifications Education and Experience:
- Possession of an Associate degree in early childhood education from an accredited college/university OR Associate degree in any other field with coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education
- Hold a valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher
- Completed coursework must include, with a grade C or better, in at least one of the following core areas:
- Child/Human growth and development
- Child Family and community or Child and Family Relations
- ECE curriculum course
- Possession of at least 175 days of teaching experience with preschool aged children in a group setting (at least 50 hours of experience must be in an instructional capacity in a child care or development program working at least 3 hours per day in a six month period within the last two years)
Licenses and Certifications:
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License and the availability of an automobile with at least the state minimum insurance coverage required by law
- Attain and maintain proof of completion of 16 hours of training in preventative health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid compliant with Title
- 22 regulations Copy of Transcript ( Must Show Confer Date) Credential Copy (valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher)
Letter of Introduction Resume Comments and Other Information Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience in developing parent or volunteer training programs
- Experience with evaluating work methods or results
- Bilingual, English/Spanish All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a CTC-approved agency to determine the equivalent U.
NOTE:
This position is grant-funded.Comments and Other Information Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience in developing parent or volunteer training programs
- Experience with evaluating work methods or results
- Bilingual, English/Spanish All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a CTC-approved agency to determine the equivalent U.