Early Childhood Teacher, Livermore

Early Childhood Teacher

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Benefits:

Childcare Benefits
401(k)
Competitive salary
Paid time off

POSITION SUMMARY

The Early Childhood Teacher at Primrose School is responsible for fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. This role involves supervising and guiding a group of young learners through developmentally appropriate activities aligned with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum while ensuring adherence to health, safety, and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is a dedicated professional with a passion for early childhood education, capable of multitasking, maintaining professionalism, and collaborating effectively with colleagues and families. This position plays a critical role in laying a strong foundation for children's future learning and development.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Primrose Schools is a mission-driven brand, and at Primrose School, there are not only opportunities for professional development and growth but also for giving back to your local community through Spring Fling and charity events. As the leader in early education and care, our research-informed Balanced Learning® approach provides teachers with the tools and guidance to accommodate children's natural curiosity and to fully support each child while building problem-solving skills and confidence. We are continuously working toward our mission of building a brighter future for all children-not only those who are able to attend a Primrose school-and every member of our organization plays a critical role in accomplishing that mission.

OBJECTIVES

Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming.
Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School Employee Handbook
Assist in other capacities that the Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

COMPETENCIES

Understanding developmental milestones and how to support physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth.
Ability to deliver age-appropriate lesson plans that foster learning and exploration.
Establishing a structured, safe, and engaging learning environment that promotes positive behavior.
Building strong partnerships with parents and caregivers to support children's learning and development
Managing and resolving conflicts between children in a constructive and supportive manner
Maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all interactions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1+ years of experience teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children
Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency (completion of at least 12 semester units in ECE or child development OR hold a CDA)
- Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2 year degree in early childhood or related field preferred
- Pre-Kindergarten Teachers: 4 year degree in early childhood or related field required
- Kindergarten Teacher: 4 year degree in early childhood and certified to teach in the state in which the school operates required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, they must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multicultural workforce, Primrose Schools recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates and partners.

If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to ndedios@cardoneventures.com. Already a candidate? Please connect directly with your recruiter to discuss this opportunity.

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Compensation: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

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Location:: Livermore

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