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Position: Preschool Teacher
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $24/hourly

Work Location: Magnolia Place (Los Angeles)

Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K.
• Generous PTO, holidays, and wellness days for work-life balance.
• Growth-focused culture with Elevate University.
• Recognized as "DEI Non-Profit of the Year" by the LA Business Journal.
• Bi-weekly and semi-annual monetary bonuses for Behavioral Health Service Providers that meet specific qualifying criteria. (Clinical Roles Only)

Learn more about the Job:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong passion for early childhood education and the ability to create a nurturing environment for young children. The Preschool Teacher will be responsible for designing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum, fostering cognitive and social development, and ensuring the safety and welfare of all children under their care.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with the preschool's curriculum goals and educational philosophy.
• Utilize the Creative Curriculum in the School Readiness Program for children aged 3-5.
• Create an engaging and stimulating classroom environment that encourages active learning, curiosity, and creativity (ECERS).
• Provide a variety of learning resources and materials to facilitate hands-on exploration and discovery.
• Promote social skills and emotional development through group activities, play, and interactions.
• Regularly assess and monitor each child's progress and development, maintaining accurate records and communicating with parents or guardians.
• Uphold safety protocols and guidelines to ensure the well-being of all children.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to foster a cohesive and supportive educational team.
• Participate in training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to remain updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents, addressing concerns and providing updates on children's development.
• Assist in coordinating school events, outings, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Adhere to the preschool's policies, values, and code of conduct in all interactions with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Work closely with Teachers and parents to enhance the use of developmentally appropriate learning and school readiness activities.
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers to compile observations and input data into DRDP-Tech and ASQ-SE.
• Contribute to and facilitate school readiness events, workshops, and trainings.
• Play an integral role in a cohesive Early Childhood Education team.
• Offer support to colleagues as required, based on specific program needs.

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of an AA Degree in Child Development Studies from a two-year community college, or actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Human Development, or a related field from an accredited university, along with a Child Development Teacher Permit.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a preschool or early childhood setting.
• Bilingual proficiency in both English and Spanish.
• Solid understanding of child development theories, early childhood education methodologies, curriculum planning, ASQ Screening Tool, DRDP, and ECERS.
• Demonstrates patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
• Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Spanish.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Familiarity with educational technology tools is a plus.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION (DEI)

Diversity is a core value at All For Kids and in the Behavioral Health program. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all staff, and people leaders. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. We value inclusivity and support our employees' diverse needs.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit; walk; use hands and talk or hear. Fine motor skills such as typing, and the use of a computer mouse is required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. If you are unable to perform any of the above abilities and require special accommodations to do so, please advise your recruiter. We're dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone can excel.