Preschool Teacher - Hollywood

About the role

We are looking to hire a Preschool Teacher who works with 24 month old's who is excited about building a new model of child care that responds to families' varying child care needs, while also delivering the highest quality experiences for children.

If you embrace change, are eager to learn, take pride in what you do and see your time with children no matter how long or short as a learning opportunity we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and loving environment for children in collaboration with co-teachers
• Model empathy through respect, response, and gentle guidance
• Engage as children work with age-appropriate, stimulating, and thoughtful materials
• Plan and implement Brella curriculum and develop daily modifications as needed per age group or emergent class interests and demonstrate that the target curriculum engagement/quality elements are being achieved
• Keep the classroom safe by following procedures and guidelines
• Collaborate and communicate respectfully with coworkers creating positive relationships and center culture
• Communicate effectively with families during drop off/pick ups and provide curriculum and development updates

Requirements

• At least 18+ years of age with a High School Diploma and 12 Early Childhood Education units including 3 units specific to infant care (Required by Licensing)
• At least 12+ months of experience working in a licensed child care facility
• Must meet the requirements of the California Department of Social Services / Licensing

Career Growth & Benefits

• Competitive pay and meaningful benefits
• Brella-sponsored life insurance and LTD
• 401(k) eligibility to contribute after 3 months
• Paid Time Off
• Sick & Safe Time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Days at tenure milestones
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Access to Stanford FIND professional development
• Referral program
• Team celebrations and community connection

Physical Demands

• Move comfortably throughout the classroom and center, including lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing, sitting, walking, bending, and standing for extended periods of time
• Safely interact with and physically support children ages 3 months to 6 years using appropriate child-handling techniques
• Lift children or classroom materials up to 50 pounds, as needed
• Maintain the mental and physical alertness needed to supervise children and respond to daily classroom needs
• Respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations, safety concerns, or emergencies
• Follow all state, federal, and Brella guidelines related to immunizations, employment physicals, required health and safety training, and safe classroom practices