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Garden Preschool

Preschool Lead 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

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Job Description

Strong Lead Preschool Teacher Needed Personal Qualifications:
A qualified teacher possesses excellent communication skills for working with children, families and staff. Must value and invest in quality relationships with children, between children and with families. Good organizational skills are a must. The ideal candidate is curious, friendly, engaging and dependable.
Responsibilities:
Plan and implement curriculum for young children with your team. Work collaboratively with other teachers and assistants. Participate in the set-up of both inside and outside classrooms. Participate in the assessment of children in preschool program. Be able to delegate responsibilities as needed. Must be able to work full time.
Education and Qualifications:
BA in Early Childhood/Child Development desired. 12 ECE Units and experience required as well as fingerprints, First Aide/CPR and current immunizations required. Experience preferred. Good Health verified by a Physician's report. Strong references required.
Benefits:
Generous paid holidays: 2 weeks at Christmas, 3 days at Thanksgiving, 1 week Spring break, 4 days in June, and 2 weeks in August, plus all major bank holidays. Paid sick days, up to 12 per year. Health stipend and retirement plan available.
Pay:
$25.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Employee assistance program Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Lead Teacher:
3 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)
Work Location:
In person