Preschool Co-Teacher

KINDER MISSION Preschool is Hiring!

We are currently looking for a full-time Co-Teachers for our Preschool.

Located at 3003 A Street, San Diego, 92102.

Current Open Positions

Co-Teacher, 3 year old Classroom

• Working Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

KINDER MISSION Preschool is looking for passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic educators to join our growing team.

We are seeking teachers who are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education in a nurturing and supportive environment. Our STEAM-based curriculum encourages children to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics through hands-on, age-appropriate learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Apply through Indeed and become part of the KINDER MISSION Preschool family!

The ideal candidate is caring, collaborative, dependable, and passionate about helping young children grow academically, socially, and emotionally while creating a positive and engaging classroom environment.

Hourly Payment: Teachers $19.00 – $22.00 per hour

• Hourly pay is determined based on experience
• We are a year-round school, closed for all federal holidays, with eleven of them paid. We are also closed the day after Thanksgiving, for a Winter break, and for one week each in Spring and Summer.
• Kinder Mission offers a 401K.
• For every 30 hours worked, you accrue one hour of sick or personal leave
• Health insurance is also provided.

The teacher-to-student ratio is 1:7.

Qualifications We Are Looking For

• 12 ECE Units required (Human Growth and Development, The Child Family and Community, and Program Curriculum)
• Six months of teaching experience
• 15 hours of Health and Safety training
• CPR/First Aid certified and a negative TB Test
• A High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Additional languages, particularly Spanish and German, are preferred
• An interest in music is also preferred

Our Teachers

• Are caring, compassionate, and passionate about their work.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by adhering to all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Communicate effectively with parents to support each child's success.
• Maintain a fun, interactive, clean, and organized classroom.
• Have numerous advancement opportunities through ongoing training programs.

Responsibilities include

• Follow a full schedule of activities
• Prepare Children for Kindergarten
• Balance your teaching between logical and social exercises
• Provide primary care and caregiving activities
• Use a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing, etc.) to enhance the child's abilities.
• Evaluate children's performance to make sure they are on the right learning track
• Remain in constant communication with parents and update them on the progress of their children
• Observe children's interactions and promote the spirit of concord
• Have meetings with parents
• Have meetings with speech pathologists and occupational therapists
• Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action
• Collaborate with other colleagues
• Adhere to teaching standards and safety regulations as established by the official sources
• Follow a daily schedule
• Leading activities and art projects
• Identifying and preparing suitable age-appropriate teaching materials

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)

Application Question(s)

• Do you have ECE units covering Human Growth and Development, The Child Family and Community, and Program Curriculum? If yes, please send your transcripts via message. If no, we are currently hiring for a position that requires these units.
• Are you able to work 8:30am - 5:30pm?

License/Certification

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person