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Associate TK Teacher

$24 - $27 per hour
Full-time

Piper Preschool

Employment Type: Full-time.
Operating Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm.
When: Now Hiring

Looking for a TK Associate Teacher for a progressive preschool in the Irvine area. We are only interested in candidates who have a passion for the field and meet all the requirements listed. We're looking for people who have chosen early education as their career, not just a job.

You must love children; that's a given. But you also must love life. We want to know your professional goals and help create the path that will allow you to achieve them, to grow beyond them. And even more so, we want to know your personal goals. Ultimately, a happy you make for a happy kid, a happy parent, a happy place.

Still with us? Move on to step two, read about the position:

All applicants must have the ability to collaboratively implement an emergent curriculum. Teachers must be open to working with all ages within our programming, be flexible, genuinely resonate with our unique philosophy, and have an eagerness to grow within our school.

Requirements:

  • 12 ECE units (B.A. or B.S. Preferred).
  • 3 Years of Classroom Teaching Experience.
  • Fluent in English; The ability to speak Mandarin &/or Spanish is a plus!
  • Qualify for the Master Teacher Permit or B.A. in Child Development or equivalent.
  • Must possess strong skills in: organization, professionalism, reading, time management, planning, oral and written communication, interpersonal relationships, family/child relations, and basic computer use.
  • At least two years of experience working in a classroom and working with a team.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the Lead Teacher in daily classroom routines and curriculum implementation.
  • Step into the Lead Teacher role when needed.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
  • Support toileting, potty-training, and hygiene needs.
  • Observe children’s development and share documentation with the teaching team.
  • Contribute to conferences, child portfolios, and monthly family communication.
  • Model respectful, reflective interactions with children at all times.
  • Foster positive peer interactions and support independent conflict resolution.
  • Communicate professionally with families in partnership with the Lead Teacher.
  • Uphold Piper’s community values and positive school culture.

Expectations:

  • Lead with positivity and professionalism.
  • Check email daily and communicate clearly with staff and Administration.
  • Remain actively engaged with children—never leaving a child unsupervised.
  • Follow all Piper policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.
  • Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Physical Requirements:

  • Lift and move up to 20–50 lbs (35 lbs for toddler classrooms).
  • Bend, crouch, sit, stand, and move throughout the day.
  • Work indoors and outdoors and respond quickly in emergency situations.

Compensation: Salary is based on experience, education, and position.
Hourly rate: $24.00 - $27.00. Medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401K. Paid holidays.

How to Apply:
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About Piper Preschool:

We are Piper. We grow with families. We create community. We love what we do, and put our heart and soul into every detail.

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