Head Preschool Teacher

CALIFORNIA PARK & REC SOCIETY; Belmont (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Belmont is seeking a Full-Time Head Teacher for its preschool program. In this role, you will provide a safe and engaging environment for children aged 2-5, lead classroom activities, and communicate regularly with families. A strong background in early childhood education and relevant certifications is required for this vital position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 12 Early Childhood Education units required.
• 4 years of hands-on experience with young children.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of age-appropriate curriculum.
• Support children through toilet training and diapering.
• Conduct student assessments and hold family conferences.

Skills

Child development milestones

Childcare licensing regulations

Health and hygiene practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

12 Early Childhood Education units

3 units in adult supervision

Tools

CPR and First Aid certification

Preventative Health and Safety Certificate

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to work every day in a well-established preschool? The City of Belmont is recruiting for a Full-Time Head Teacher who will lead and provide a safe, enriching, and challenging learning environment for children aged 2-5 years oldat our licensed preschool program, the Belmont Community Learning Center.

In this full-time role, you’ll be the lead for our 2–3-year-old classroom, helping our youngest learners grow through play, learning, and exploration. You’ll create a safe and engaging space, support toilet training and diapering, and build meaningful connections with children and families. Depending on program needs, your work hours will be either 7:30 AM–4:30 PM or 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.

What We’re Looking For:

You’re someone who understands:

• Child development milestones, especially for ages 2–5
• Title 22 California Childcare Licensing regulations
• Basic health, hygiene, and first aid practices for preschoolers

What You’ll Do:

• Welcome children and families daily with warmth and professionalism
• Lead planning and hands-on implementation of age-appropriate curriculum and play-based activities
• Support children through toilet training and diapering routines
• Monitor indoor/outdoor play, guiding positive interactions and resolving conflicts
• Conduct student assessments and hold family conferences
• Keep parents in the loop with regular updates and communication
• Attend staff meetings, training, and preschool events
• Help keep your classroom clean, safe, and well-stocked
• Fill in for other classrooms as needed and serve as backup to the Center Director

Qualifications:

Education:

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED required
• At least 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units required (24 units preferred)
• 3 units in adult supervision or willingness to complete within 6 months of hire

Experience:

• At least 4 years of hands-on experience working with young children

Training:

• Must have or be able to maintain valid CPR and First Aid certification (renewed every 2 years)
• Preventative Health and Safety Certificate strongly preferred

Requirements:

• All childcare employees must pass City of Belmont background check, which includes but is not limited to the Department of Justice fingerprinting scan and FBI clearance
  
• Must pass a health screening and TB test