Preschool Teacher - Early Childhood Education Job at Meaningful Beginnings, California

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  • Meaningful Beginnings
  • California

Job Description

Meaningful Beginnings has proudly served families since 2013, providing high‑quality Infant/Toddler care, Preschool, and Transitional Kindergarten programs for children ages 0–6. Our mission is to offer loving, developmentally rich environments that support every child’s growth while empowering educators with training, mentorship, and a positive workplace culture.

About the Role:

The Preschool Teacher creates a nurturing and engaging classroom where children build confidence, curiosity, and foundational academic and social-emotional skills. This role supports kindergarten readiness through play-based learning, intentional teaching, and strong relationships with children and families.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction:

  • Plan and implement weekly and monthly developmentally appropriate curriculum
  • Facilitate learning in literacy, early math, science, art, music, and dramatic play
  • Create engaging, play-based learning experiences that promote curiosity and creativity
  • Support social-emotional development through modeling and guided interaction
  • Differentiate instruction to meet individual learning needs
  • Encourage language development through storytelling, conversation, and print-rich activities

Classroom Environment & Safety:

  • Maintain a safe, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom
  • Supervise children using active and engaged supervision at all times
  • Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and daily classroom safety checks
  • Support self-help skills including hygiene, toileting, and independence
  • Oversee safe and structured indoor and outdoor play

Observation & Documentation:

  • Observe and document children’s developmental progress
  • Maintain portfolios and Learning Genie documentation
  • Support developmental assessments and share updates with families
  • Track attendance, behavior notes, and required records accurately
  • Communicate concerns or developmental needs to leadership

Family Engagement

  • Build strong, positive relationships with families
  • Provide regular updates on learning, behavior, and milestones
  • Conduct parent-teacher conferences and developmental check-ins
  • Offer guidance and resources to support learning at home
  • Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all communications

Team Collaboration:

  • Work closely with assistants, aides, and classroom team members
  • Support and mentor staff in classroom routines and expectations
  • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development
  • Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture

Qualifications:

  • 12 ECE units in Child Development required (including core courses)
  • Experience with preschool-age children in a licensed setting preferred
  • CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
  • Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practice
  • Good communication, teamwork, and classroom management skills

What We Offer:

  • 50% employer-paid medical insurance
  • Childcare tuition discount
  • Paid professional development and training
  • Up to $10,000/year ELFA stipend eligibility
  • 3 weeks paid vacation (eligible roles)
  • Paid holidays (13+ per year)
  • Sign-on bonus offered at 90-day and 6-month milestones
  • Career growth opportunities within the organization

To Apply:

Submit your resume or a brief message sharing your experience in early childhood education and interest in the Preschool Teacher role. You may also send your application directly to careers@meaningfulbeginnings.org.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relocation package

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