Head Start Preschool Teacher – Full-Time Impact

Visit the YMCA of the East Bay Today with 5 Central Locations; Antioch (CA); Sur place; USD 43 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – by

Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

12 Holidays

Résumé du poste

YMCA of the East Bay is seeking a Preschool Teacher for Antioch/Pittsburg locations. You will create warm, inclusive classrooms aligned with Head Start and California guidelines, plan activities, observe children, and collaborate with families to foster development.

You will participate in safety trainings, maintain documentation, and contribute to a supportive learning environment across both indoor and outdoor spaces, reflecting community diversity.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma; Head Start requires AA degree or higher.
• Current Child Development permit at Associate Teacher level or above.
• 12+ semester units in Early Childhood Education; Early Head Start requires 6 infant/toddler units with grade C or higher.
• English communication required; bilingual/multilingual preferred.
• 2 years teaching experience in Early Childhood; Head Start or subsidized programs preferred.
• Experience with diverse families; TB clearance and physical; background checks completed.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification; health and safety training within 90 days if not yet obtained.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement curriculum goals aligned with Creative Curriculum and Head Start standards.
• Plan activities for individuals and groups; provide guidance and supervision.
• Supervise children at all times and document progress in the online system.
• Conduct two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences annually.
• Create engaging, organized classroom and outdoor spaces reflecting diversity.
• Build partnerships with families to support each child's growth and development.
• Follow Health & Safety requirements per licensing and Head Start standards.
• Record daily health checks and manage special health plans if needed.
• Maintain attendance records and ensure timely completion of paperwork.

Connaissances

English proficiency

Bilingual/multilingual preferred

Microsoft Word/Outlook

Verbal and written communication

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent (Head Start AA degree+)

Current Child Development permit (Associate Teacher level+)

12+ sem. units in ECE; Early Head Start 6 infant/toddler units

Pediatric First Aid & CPR certs (15 hrs health safety training)

Outils

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Description du poste

YMCA of the East Bay is seeking a Preschool Teacher for Antioch/Pittsburg locations. You will create warm, inclusive classrooms aligned with Head Start and California guidelines, plan activities, observe children, and collaborate with families to foster development.

You will participate in safety trainings, maintain documentation, and contribute to a supportive learning environment across both indoor and outdoor spaces, reflecting community diversity.