Associate Teacher-CSPP* (Spanish Speaking Preferred)

ASSOCIATE TEACHER (*SIGN ON BONUS - $1000 after 90 days of continuous employment) Full‑time hourly position, $27–$29 per hour, depending on experience. 12 CORE ECE units required; Associate Teacher Permit or higher desired. We are looking for educators passionate about early childhood learning who can confidently support children’s development, model developmentally appropriate practices, and adhere to agency policies. In this role you will: Take responsibility for the development and education of children in your classroom. Model a developmentally appropriate curriculum and enforce agency policies and procedures. Oversee classroom routines, meal‑time clean‑up, and maintain a safe, nurturing environment that meets Title 5 and Title 22 regulations. Collaborate with families, staff, and the broader community. Schedule & Compensation Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM–5:45 PM Compensation: $27–$29 per hour (based on experience) Perks & Benefits Health & Insurance (Company‑paid): Kaiser Health, elective dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP, and Impact Suite. Paid time off: 9 paid holidays, 1 week paid Christmas break, 1 birthday holiday, 1 cultural floating holiday. Professional growth: Paid staff in‑service training days; reimbursement for up to 6 ECE units at $50 per unit; Quality Matters partnership with First Five. Retirement: 403(b) account. Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Qualifications 12 CORE ECE units required, 6+ months experience in a licensed facility. Associate Teacher Permit preferred; must be able to start within 3 weeks. Live Scan required (fee reimbursed after 90 days). Strong interpersonal skills – reliable, passionate about the ECE field, excellent customer service, knowledgeable, nurturing, a team player, and strong work ethic. Willing to work at any CYW school site and occasional overtime. Physical Demands The employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, traverse the workspace, and work at a low level (floor level) to interact with children. Ability to use hands and arms to operate equipment and reach, observe and identify details at close and far range, and exchange accurate information with others is required. Environment Duties are performed in both indoor and outdoor settings; noise level is usually moderate. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Young World Inc