Preschool Teacher Multi-Classroom

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

About the Role:

The Multi-Classroom Teacher provides day-to-day instructional support across multiple Preschool and Pre-K classrooms at our Stratford School campus. 

Each morning, you will report to the campus and receive your assignment based on coverage needs. In addition to classroom teaching, you may support with general student supervision or assist the Principal with campus operations. This position plays a vital role in maintaining instructional continuity and a safe, nurturing environment for our students.

This Multi-Classroom Floater Teacher position is designed as a developmental role, intended to prepare candidates for a future Classroom Teacher position. It is expected that individuals in this position will actively work toward and be prepared for placement in a Classroom Teacher role as openings become available.

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Hourly Pay Range: $26.00-$31.00

Status : Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Travel : May be required to support nearby Stratford campuses

What You'll Do:

• Provide classroom coverage in Preschool–Pre-K as needed

• Follow established lesson plans or create new ones for long-term assignments

• Supervise and engage children to ensure their safety and well-being

• Support daily classroom routines, including nap and snack times

• Assist with toileting and diaper changing as needed

• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment

• Communicate professionally with students, staff, and families

• Assist with administrative or campus-wide support tasks as needed

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• 12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units), including coursework in:

• Child Growth and Development

• Child, Family, and Community

• Program/Curriculum

• OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Child Development

• Prior experience in a preschool setting preferred

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Professional, dependable, and flexible

• Passion for working with young children

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay

• Health, vision, and dental insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid holidays and sick days

• Stratford student tuition discount

• Opportunities for growth and advancement within Spring Education Group

• SIGN ON BONUS $1500.00

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.