*Job description*
San Jose Day Nursery is a well-established early care and education center dedicated to providing high quality programs for children between the ages of six weeks to five years.
The Nursery promotes the cognitive, social, and emotional skills in children, which lays the foundation for the success both in kindergarten and in life.
We believe that all children deserve access to high quality, caring, educational programs that stimulate growth and contribute to successful and productive lives that allow them to thrive.
We are hiring a *Full Time (40 hours per week) Toddler/Preschool Teacher*
*Our teaching staff are responsible for:*
* Maintaining a healthy, safe environment both indoors and outdoors
* Creating and implementing weekly lesson plans
* Facilitating program activities to promote positive child growth and learning
* Documenting daily observations of children to maintain a detailed child portfolio
* Completing semi-annual Desired Results Developmental Profiles for each child
* Communicating effectively with parents and hold two parent-teacher conferences per year
* Working in a team setting and contributing positive ideas to the betterment of the program
*Qualifications & Experience:*
* Experience working with young children in a group setting implementing a hands on, play-based/ emergent curriculum that is built on the interests of the children.
* Motivation to learn and grow in knowledge and ability
* Ability to work with a team to promote collaborative thinking with the best interest of each child as the priority.
*Education*:
* Teacher qualified preferred but not required
Teacher qualified requirements: At least 12 ECE semester units (or equivalent quarter units) including the following core classes:
* Child Growth & Development (3 semester units)
* Child, Family & Community (3 semester units)
* Programs & Curriculum - Literacy for Young Children, Art, Music & Movement, etc.
(2 classes, 3 semester units each)
* Teachers must have at least six months minimum experience working with young children in licensed facilities.
* If not teacher qualified, ECE units will need to be taken until 12 units completed to keep employment.
Prior to starting all new hires will be required to submit the following:
* Health screening and TB test
* Fingerprint clearance as required by Community Care Licensing
* Immunizations including Covid Vaccination Required
*Hours:* Monday through Friday, 8 paid hours per day shift hours will vary 7 am to 6 pm.
If you are qualified, please submit resume as an email attachment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.
50 - $25.
00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.
50 - $25.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* Early childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Child Development Permit (Preferred)
Work Location: In person