Master Teacher

About the role

The Opportunity: Join a preschool age (From 2 years old to Kindergarten) classroom in a growth phase! We are seeking a confident, skilled educator for Room 4 who can lead through modeling, structure, and relationship-based care.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for a team and the development and education of children.
• Models developmentally appropriate curriculum and agency policies while overseeing classroom routines and meal-time clean-up.

Requirements

• Valid “Master” Teacher Permit (Required) or Must be Master Teacher Eligible with plans to apply.
• 24 CORE ECE units REQUIRED.
• 1–2 years minimum experience as a Lead/Master Teacher in an early learning environment.
• Strong instructional practice and classroom management.
• Ability to model best practices, mentor staff, and provide consistent guidance.
• Reliable, passionate about the ECE field, excellent customer service, knowledgeable, nurturing, a team player, and strong work ethic.
• Must be able to start within 3 weeks with Live Scan completed (Live Scan fee reimbursed after 90 days).
• Willing to work at any of the CYW school sites as needed.
• Willing to work occasional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Must have a valid California Early Care and Education (ECE) permit.
• Must have a current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must have a current background check.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.

Benefits

• 100% Company-Paid:
• Kaiser Health
• Elective Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• EAP
• Impact Suite

Pay

$30.00 – $32.00 per hour (Based upon Experience)

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Benefits

• 9 Paid Holidays
• 1 week paid Christmas Break
• 1 Birthday Holiday
• 1 Cultural Floating Holiday

Growth

• Paid All Staff In-Service training days
• Reimbursement for up to 6 ECE units @ $50/unit
• Quality Matters Partnership with First 5

Retirement

• 403B Account

Flex Spending Account (FSA)

Available

How to Apply

To apply for a position at CYW Fairwood, please submit the following:

• Resume clearly stating your experience
• Unofficial Transcripts showing ECE units
• Your Permit Requirements Valid “Master” Teacher Permit (Required) or Must be Master Teacher Eligible with plans to apply.