Early Childhood Teacher for Ages 2-5 — Growth & Collaboration

Oakland Unified School District; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Unified School District in Oakland, CA seeks a CDC Teacher to plan, develop and implement a developmentally appropriate program for children aged two through five years, aligned with each child’s development level. The role requires collaboration with the Site Administrator and a team of teachers to support growth and learning.

The position includes supervising paraprofessional staff, preparing learning materials, maintaining a safe classroom, and engaging families through conferences.

Qualifications

• CTC permit required for eligibility to teach in a children’s center.
• Ability to handle crisis situations with sound judgment.
• Valid early childhood certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train and assist in evaluation of assigned teaching paraprofessional personnel.
• Prepare developmental and educational materials needed to implement the planned daily activities.
• Cooperatively maintain an orderly and attractive environment conducive to the healthy growth, and development of the child.
• Work positively with parents. Hold parent conferences concerning the growth and development of the child.
• Participate in staff and parent meetings, in-service education and conferences; confer with elementary school teacher when appropriate.
• Maintain required records and reports.

Skills

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Education

CTC Instructional Permit

Early childhood certification

Job description

Oakland Unified School District in Oakland, CA seeks a CDC Teacher to plan, develop and implement a developmentally appropriate program for children aged two through five years, aligned with each child’s development level. The role requires collaboration with the Site Administrator and a team of teachers to support growth and learning.

The position includes supervising paraprofessional staff, preparing learning materials, maintaining a safe classroom, and engaging families through conferences.