Infant Room Preschool Teacher

Do you find joy in supporting infants as they learn, grow, and feel secure in the world around them? Rising Star Preschoolin Lakeside, CA is seeking a dedicatedInfant Room Preschool Teacherto join our team in afull-time role. If you're passionate about early development and value meaningful, hands-on work, we invite you to apply and grow with us!

PAY: $22 per hour

BENEFITS:

• Education assistance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Flexible schedule

• Growth opportunities

• Mentor/apprentice program

THE TYPE OF CANDIDATE WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Our ideal candidate meets the qualifications listed below:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• State-mandated training or certification in early childhood education/infant care

• CPR and First Aid certification

A CDA credential or ECE/Child Development coursework, prior infant care experience in a licensed setting, and current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain, are preferred.

If you can meet the requirements above, keep reading to find out what your day entails!

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY AS AN INFANT ROOM PRESCHOOL TEACHER

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

As our Infant Room Preschool Teacher, you'll create a calm and nurturing classroom each day, providing attentive supervision, following individualized feeding, diapering, and sleep routines, engaging in age-appropriate developmental activities, maintaining a clean and organized environment, observing and documenting progress, and communicating daily updates with families to support each child's growth and well-being.

ABOUT US

As a nonprofit serving San Diego's underserved communities, our mission goes beyond providing safe, nurturing care and quality early education for children ages 0-5-we also connect families with vital social services, mental health support, and job training opportunities in early childhood education. Our team is empowered, collaborative, and united by a passion for making a real difference in the lives of children and families. Here, your voice matters, and your professional growth is a top priority! We offer ongoing training and enrichment, helping you earn the credentials you need to advance your career. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where you can have fun, grow, and genuinely impact your community, join us!

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

If you're ready to put your passion for infant care to work in a supportive and rewarding environment, apply today to be our Infant Room Preschool Teacher! Our initial application process is quick, simple, and mobile-friendly.

Must have the ability to pass a background check.