Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher (Escondido)

Why Join Children's Choice?

Children's Choice is a well-established and growing preschool organization serving families throughout San Diego County.

If you enjoy nurturing young children during their most important developmental years and creating meaningful learning experiences, we'd love to meet you. Our teachers are the heart of our schools, and we are committed to providing a supportive work environment, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Employee Referral Bonus Program


• Professional Development and Training Opportunities


• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities


• Supportive Team Environment


• Monday-Friday Schedule (No Weekends Required)

Position Summary

Children's Choice is seeking an experienced, caring, and dedicated Lead Infant & Toddler Teacher to join our team in Escondido. This position is responsible for implementing curriculum, planning developmentally appropriate activities, maintaining a safe and engaging classroom environment, collaborating with families, and providing guidance to assistant teachers.

The ideal candidate meets California Title 22 Infant/Toddler Teacher requirements, demonstrates strong leadership skills, and is passionate about supporting the growth and development of infants and toddlers in a high-quality early learning environment.

Enjoy a predictable Monday-Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units, including:
  
  
  
  • Child Development
  
  
  • Child, Family & Community
  
  
  • Infant & Toddler
  
  
  • One additional Child Development course (Program & Curriculum, Child Health & Safety, etc.)
  
  
  
  


• Must meet California Title 22 requirements for Infant & Toddler Teachers.


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an infant/toddler, preschool, or early childhood education setting.


• Ability to pass DSS background clearance.


• Current Mandated Reporter Certificate.


• Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification.


• Comfortable learning new technology and software applications.

Apply Today!

If you're a qualified Infant & Toddler Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in Escondido, we'd love to hear from you. Join Children's Choice and help provide a strong foundation for our youngest learners while enjoying excellent benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends.