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 Preschool in San Diego, CA is seeking a dedicated Infant Room Preschool Teacher to join our team in a full-time role. If you're passionate about early development and value meaningful, hands-on work 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! Must have the ability to pass a background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr