Preschool Teacher Early Childhood Education

About the Role:

The Preschool Teacher creates a nurturing and engaging classroom where children build confidence, curiosity, and foundational academic and social-emotional skills. This role supports kindergarten readiness through play-based learning, intentional teaching, and strong relationships with children and families.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction:

• Plan and implement weekly and monthly developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Facilitate learning in literacy, early math, science, art, music, and dramatic play
• Create engaging, play-based learning experiences that promote curiosity and creativity
• Support social-emotional development through modeling and guided interaction
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual learning needs
• Encourage language development through storytelling, conversation, and print-rich activities

Classroom Environment & Safety:

• Maintain a safe, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom
• Supervise children using active and engaged supervision at all times
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and daily classroom safety checks
• Support self-help skills including hygiene, toileting, and independence
• Oversee safe and structured indoor and outdoor play

Observation & Documentation:

• Observe and document children’s developmental progress
• Maintain portfolios and Learning Genie documentation
• Support developmental assessments and share updates with families
• Track attendance, behavior notes, and required records accurately
• Communicate concerns or developmental needs to leadership

Family Engagement

• Build strong, positive relationships with families
• Provide regular updates on learning, behavior, and milestones
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences and developmental check-ins
• Offer guidance and resources to support learning at home
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all communications

Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with assistants, aides, and classroom team members
• Support and mentor staff in classroom routines and expectations
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture

Qualifications:

• 12 ECE units in Child Development required (including core courses)
• Experience with preschool-age children in a licensed setting preferred
• CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practice
• Good communication, teamwork, and classroom management skills

What We Offer:

• 50% employer-paid medical insurance
• Childcare tuition discount
• Paid professional development and training
• Up to $10,000/year ELFA stipend eligibility
• 3 weeks paid vacation (eligible roles)
• Paid holidays (13+ per year)
• Sign-on bonus offered at 90-day and 6-month milestones
• Career growth opportunities within the organization

To Apply:

Submit your resume or a brief message sharing your experience in early childhood education and interest in the Preschool Teacher role. You may also send your application directly to [email protected].

Work schedule

• Monday to Friday

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid training