Infant & Toddler Teacher

Just 4 Kids Preschool; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Retirement plan options

Ongoing professional development

Paid trainings and continued education

Clear pathways for career growth and a

supportive, collaborative, and mission

Job summary

Just 4 Kids Preschool in Temecula and Murrieta is seeking a compassionate Full-Time Infant & Toddler Teacher. You will provide nurturing, responsive care and developmentally appropriate, play-based learning for infants and toddlers across both campuses.

Responsibilities include routines, documentation, DRDP as applicable, family partnerships, and safety compliance with CA Title 22. Required ECE units, background check, CPR/First Aid, and CA Teaching Permit (or willingness).

Qualifications

• ECE units required under California Title 22 for Infant/Toddler Teachers (including Infant/Toddler units, as applicable)
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid California Teaching Permit or willingness to obtain upon hire
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach with a genuine passion for early childhood development

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, responsive, and individualized care for infants and toddlers
• Build secure attachments through consistent, relationship-based caregiving
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum
• Support sensory, fine motor, gross motor, language, and social-emotional development
• Maintain predictable routines while adapting to individual child needs
• Conduct ongoing observations and document developmental milestones
• Complete DRDP assessments (as applicable)

Skills

Compassionate caregiving

Responsive relationships

Observation skills

Family communication

Curriculum planning

Education

ECE Units under California Title 22 (Infant/Toddler)

Criminal background check

CPR/First Aid certification

Valid California Teaching Permit or willingness to obtain

Job description

Description

Infant & Toddler Teacher (Full-Time)

Temecula & Murrieta Locations
(Position designated to support both campuses)

Do you believe the earliest years are the most powerful?

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time Infant & Toddler Teacher who understands that nurturing care, responsive relationships, and intentional play lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning. This position will serve both our Temecula and Murrieta locations, with the employee designated to support and work at both campuses as needed.

Our Mission

To illuminate young minds for a brighter tomorrow through research-based play, safeguard every child’s day, and elevate educators’ lives, hand in hand with families.

Our Vision

• Give back
• Teach 1,000 children daily
• Champion 100 educators
• Build lasting opportunities for our communities

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Child Development & Classroom Practices

• Provide nurturing, responsive, and individualized care for infants and toddlers
• Build secure attachments through consistent, relationship-based caregiving
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum
• Support sensory, fine motor, gross motor, language, and social-emotional development
• Maintain predictable routines while adapting to individual child needs
• Conduct ongoing observations and document developmental milestones
• Complete DRDP assessments (as applicable)

Health, Safety & Supervision

• Maintain constant active supervision of children at all times
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
• Follow all health and sanitation procedures, including diapering and feeding protocols
• Respond appropriately to children’s physical and emotional needs
• Maintain compliance with California Title 22 regulations and licensing standards
• Implement emergency procedures as needed

Family Partnerships

• Communicate daily with families regarding routines, milestones, and developmental progress
• Support family goals and cultural practices within the classroom
• Participate in parent conferences and program events

Professional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching team and leadership
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions
• Maintain required documentation and classroom records
• Uphold confidentiality and professional standards
• Support both Temecula and Murrieta campuses as assigned

Why You’ll Love Working With Us – Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan options
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Paid trainings and continued education support
• Clear pathways for career growth and advancement
• A supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment that truly values educators

Position Details

• Full-Time
• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Designated to work at both our Temecula and Murrieta campuses

If you are passionate about nurturing the youngest learners, partnering with families, and growing as an educator in a mission-driven program, we would love to welcome you to our team.

Requirements

Physical Responsibilities

• Frequently lift and carry children weighing up to 40 pounds
• Sit on the floor for extended periods and engage in floor-level play
• Bend, kneel, squat, and reach throughout the day
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Safely lift infants in and out of cribs and changing stations
• Push strollers or evacuation cribs as needed
• Perform diapering and toileting routines
• Maintain visual and auditory supervision at all times
• Respond quickly in emergency situations
• Perform classroom cleaning and sanitizing duties

Required Qualifications

• ECE Units required under California Title 22 for Infant/Toddler Teachers (including Infant/Toddler units, as applicable)
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid California Teaching Permit or willingness to obtain upon hire
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach with a genuine passion for early childhood development

Bonus Qualifications (Preferred)

• Knowledge of DRDP (Infant/Toddler) implementation
• Basic knowledge of the Environment Rating Scale (ITERS)
• Experience working in an infant or toddler classroom