Step One School is a play based preschool program with a faculty of 20 teachers. The preschool teacher position at Step One School offers a unique chance to be part of a well-developed and highly regarded program and to work in a stimulating team environment with a diverse group of experienced professionals. We are a non-profit organization with a year-round school schedule, August through August. This position serves children ages 3-5 years old years in a well-equipped, bright classroom, and an outside environment which includes a large playground and natural play areas on our hillside. We work with a developmental philosophy using an emergent curriculum model and a strong anti-bias lens.

Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.

*Basic Qualifications*:

12 ECE units (24 units or BA in Child Development or ECE preferred) and at least 2 years of experience working with children 3-5 years old.

*PLEASE DO NOT APPLY WITHOUT THESE BASIC QUALIFICATIONS*

*Start Date: August 2025. The hours for this position are 9:30 - 5:15. Duties include (but are not limited to):*

· Working closely with other classroom teachers to plan and implement curriculum.

· classroom maintenance

· some heavy lifting of 20 lbs.+

· Diaper changing and toilet training.

· Planning art activities and developing curriculum, leading large group activities including circle time, conducting parent conferences, communicating skillfully with parents regarding their children's development and school experience.

*Qualities Valued for this position:* A team player with excellent communication skills who is committed to professional development and has a genuine love of teaching young children and has an understanding/interest in anti-bias education.

*Salary:* The salary range is $25-32 an hour, depending on education, experience, and position, according to the salary schedules of the school.

*Benefits:* Generous benefits available.

*To Apply:* Submit resume and cover letter, with your interest and qualifications.

*Non-discrimination statement:* Step One School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, age or gender identity, and values diversity in its faculty and staff.

_*Please visit our website at www.steponeschool.orgto read about our Mission, Vision, Core Values and Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. *_

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits: * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person