Preschool Teacher

A Preschool Teacher that works for Creative Hearts must share a passion for children and a passion for education. The Preschool Teacher provides a structured academic setting to ensure students are at the kindergarten readiness level when leaving the program. The Preschool Teacher plans and implements activities that promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of all children. He/she is responsible for the care, hygiene, learning, and developmental activities, and specialized programs. Communicates directly with parents regarding their child’s accomplishments, academic progress, and daily activities. Maintains classroom records, cleanliness, and orderliness.
Preschool Teacher Duties & Responsibilities 3

• Responsible for the safety of all children in the group
• Working knowledge of early care and education
• Demonstrated skill in early childhood curriculum and implementation
• Maintains a structured academic learning environment
• Actively engaged with the children at all times
• Ability to provide love and nurturing environment for all children
• Develop opportunities to positively impact children’s self-esteem

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• Ensure that classroom is in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards
• Serve as a role model to the children in the group through appearance and actions
• Maintain an environment (both indoors and outdoors) that is safe, clean, and inviting.

Preschool Teacher Requirements & Skills 3

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and/or CDA preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Education and/or teaching certificate is highly desired.
• Must meet or exceed state licensing requirements for age, education, and experience
• 2+ years of early childhood education experience desirable
• 1+ years of experience working with preschool and/or prekindergarten age students
• Excellent organizational skills required
• Ability to be flexible in assignments and work hours required.
• Is willing to follow a curriculum that is nature-based and in line with the Waldorf mission, teaching kids through their senses and the arts.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Salary: Competitive Hourly Pay .

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:

We will check temperatures upon arrival and ask that all children stay home for 14 days after testing positive to avoid the spread of COVID-19.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Walnut Creek, CA 94598: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)
• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person