Pathways LA gives back to the community. We pride ourselves on strengthening low‑income and vulnerable working families, promoting high‑quality early care and education services for children of all abilities, developing knowledgeable early care and childcare providers, and promoting economically resilient communities. With over 45 years in service, Pathways LA has become the leading agency for a multi‑year, county‑wide initiative to increase the services of childcare needs. Our passionate and dedicated team has great pride in serving families and early childhood educators throughout Metro LA. Our team includes directors, case specialists, child development coordinators, coaches, and teachers & staff for our child development centers.
If you are a talented professional with a passion for children and families, please consider applying for the following positions currently open:
Title
Associate Preschool Teacher
Job Type
Full‑time and Part‑time positions available!
Flexible Hours
40, 30, 25 or 20 hours/week. We are willing to work with your schedule!
Compensation
$22/hour + DOE, plus comprehensive benefits (see below). Bonus of $500 after four months of employment.
Location
West Hollywood, CA
Primary Duties
Assist in planning, implementing, and facilitating a developmentally appropriate, full‑inclusion program for young children.
Requirements
- 12 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
- One year of experience working with young children in a childcare setting.
- Knowledge of child development theory and experience with developmentally appropriate practices.
- Experience working with children having disabilities and/or special needs.
- Hold an associate teacher permit issued by the California Commission for Teacher Credentialing.
Additional Requirements
- Fingerprint clearance/Department of Justice ID# and current health report including negative TB test.
- Proof of immunizations: TDAP, MMR, Flu Vaccine.
- You must reside at least 50 miles from the preschool facility in West Hollywood.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
- No sponsorships are available for these positions.
Compensation Package Includes
- 10 sick days per year; no waiting period.
- 10 vacation days per year for the first 2 years of service; accrual increase schedule; no waiting period.
- 11 holidays; no waiting period.
- 1 floating holiday; 90‑day waiting period.
- 18 paid hours of early release; no waiting period.
Medical, Dental & Vision
- Kaiser HMO Medical Plan.
- Non‑Kaiser Options: Blue Shield HMO, UnitedHealthcare HMO or PPO.
- PPO Dental Plan and VSP Vision Plan.
Other Benefits
- 403b Retirement Contributions: 3% of salary contributed by Pathways for all employees; 50% match on employee contributions up to 3% of salary.
- Life Insurance – paid by Pathways for all employees.
- Accident Insurance – paid by Pathways for all employees.
- Long Term Disability Insurance – paid by Pathways for all employees.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (pre‑tax accounts) available to all employees.
- Medical Account, Dependent Care Account, Commuter Expenses.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – paid by Pathways (counseling services, child and elder care referrals, financial and legal advice, balancing work and life issues, and more).
- Adoption Assistance Program, Voluntary Options, additional life insurance, additional accident insurance.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values at Pathways LA. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer