Toddler/ Two Fully Qualified Preschool Teachers

$33,280 - $36,400/Yr

Kiddie Academy - Glendora, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Glendora, CA

Lessors of Nonfinancial Intangible Assets (except Copyrighted Works)

About the position

The Toddler/Two Preschool Teacher at Kiddie Academy is responsible for creating a stimulating and safe educational environment for young children. This role involves daily planning, management, and supervision of the classroom, ensuring that children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical needs are met. The teacher will also lead and supervise an Assistant Teacher or aide, addressing concerns from parents, children, and staff while implementing educational techniques tailored to young learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and developmentally appropriate educational environment for children.
• Plan, manage, and supervise daily classroom activities and children.
• Lead and functionally supervise an Assistant Teacher or aide.
• Address concerns from parents, children, and classroom staff.
• Create activities that encourage curiosity and problem-solving appropriate to children's developmental levels.
• Assist and supervise children during all activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the classroom according to NAEYC guidelines.
• Complete daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports.
• Attend staff meetings, Academy events, and parent meetings as requested.
• Prepare and implement classroom lesson plans and schedules.
• Develop instructional aids and materials for classroom activities.
• Assist children during mealtimes and cleanup.
• Ensure classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition.
• Direct activities of other staff to ensure orderly classroom functioning.
• Interact with parents to encourage family engagement and maintain open communication.
• Maintain the Family Information Board and other classroom bulletin boards.
• Schedule and conduct parent-teacher conferences throughout the year.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations required by the state.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 12 Core ECE Units including infant/toddler units.
• Prior experience working in a Child Care Facility.
• Up-to-date immunizations.
• Strong knowledge of educational techniques for teaching young children.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand and move around for long hours while teaching infants and toddlers.
• Ability to lift no less than 40 pounds to waist high consistently throughout the workday.

Nice-to-haves

• 1 year of experience in Early Childhood Education (Preferred).
• 1 year of experience in Childcare (Preferred).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off