Lead Preschool Teacher & Site Supervisor

The Salvation Army; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Whittier, CA seeks a dedicated preschool professional to plan, supervise, and evaluate classroom activities for young learners. The role focuses on providing a developmentally appropriate program that supports social, cognitive, and physical growth.

You will prepare children for success using a structured curriculum, observe progress with DRDP-R and ASQ measures, and involve families through conferences and at-home learning activities. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Must pass live scan/background check.
• Site Supervisor permit or higher issued by CTC- California Teaching Credentialing.
• Current required immunizations: Pertussis, Measles, and influenza. TB test upon initial hiring.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• One year experience in working with children.
• Valid California Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Prepare children for success with a high quality program and age-appropriate curriculum.
• Develop weekly/monthly lesson plans to meet development needs using The Creative Curriculum.
• Observe and document child progress using DRDP-R and ASQ measurements.
• Organize and maintain a safe, engaging classroom including indoor and outdoor areas.
• Coordinate with parents to involve them in education and development.

Skills

Motivate children

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Public interaction

Office software

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

Job Category: Other Professionals & Managers

Requisition Number: TEACH025478

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• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time
• Salary : $70,304 USD per year

Locations

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Whittier, CA 906062610, USA

Description

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

Primary Function: Plans, implements, supervises children and evaluates classroom activities.

Prepare Children for Success

• Provide children with a learning environment with the varied experiences which will help them develop socially, cognitively, physically and emotionally.
• Identify and reinforce experience which occur in the home that parent’s can utilize as education activities for the children.
• Help each child develop a sense of awareness and esteem; expressing and accepting feelings and to develop pride as an individual and a member of a cultural /ethnic group.
• Provide opportunities for the child to develop creative abilities to explore and experiment with a variety of media not only through art, music and dramatic activities, but in all aspects of the program.
• Connect the center’s values to the activities in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Provide activities and challenging experiences that stimulate curiosity, questioning, and problem-solving skills.
• Encourage and supervise children to develop social skills necessary to function as productive members of the group.

Program Development and Implementation

• Plan and prepare a weekly/monthly lesson plan to meet the development needs of all children using The Creative Curriculum.
• Observe and document each child gearing towards DRDP’s-R and ASQ’s measurements on a weekly basis or as needed.
• Integrate the educational aspects of the various Preschool components in a daily program of activities.
• Focus, measure, and implement CLASS. Attend trainings to help facilitate CLASS implementation into the program.
• Conduct parent conferences twice a year aligning goals with DRDP’s-R and ASQ’s measurements.
• Involve parents in educational activities of the program to enhance their role as the principle influence on the child’s education and development.
• Properly record attendance, health checks, CACFP monitoring, record keeping, and meal counts on a daily basis.
• Resolve disciplinary problems appropriately, complete Incident/Injury Reports as needed.
• Supervise children’s activities to ensure their safety-AT ALL TIMES.
• Attend and complete mandatory annual trainings: CCLD, CDE, CDSS, CACFP, and TSA/PTM
• Organize and maintain a well-arranged and orderly environment including outside and inside areas from classroom.
• Report any suspected child abuse matters immediately to your supervisors.
• Follow assigned responsibilities when emergency disasters occurs as well as performing practice drills.
• Demonstrate good judgement.
• Represent The Salvation Army and the center in a positive way both with staff and community.
• Ensure to adhere and meet full compliance with CCLD, CACFP, CDE, and CDSS regulations on a daily basis when CDC director is off site.
• Assisting the CDC Director in supervising Teachers, staff, and volunteers by ensuring a smooth coordination of all classroom activities and staff child inter-relationships when CDC Director is off site.
• Oversee the administration and maintenance of facility, materials, and equipment when CDC Director is off site.
• Distribution of enrollment packets, provide program description & tours to clients and community members.
• Assist with meal serving and/or meal preparation when needed.
• Assist with updating monthly program calendars, monitor and keep current postings on Class Dojo.
• Assist with recruit and enroll families, ensuring families meeting eligibility/need criteria.
• Assist with record keeping, documenting monthly submission reports when CDC Director is off site.

Additional Responsibilities

• May participate in special programs and/or events when needed.
• May drive company vehicle when needed.
• Other tasks/responsibilities requested by CDC Director and/or Program Director.

Relationships

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Center staff (professional and volunteer), Center members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

Essential Functions

• Prepare children for success, provide a high quality program development and age appropriate curriculum implementation, providing positive health & safety for each children under your care.
• Understanding: Department of Education & Social Services guidelines; Child Care Food Program guidelines; Early childhood development and appropriate practices; basic child psychology; appropriate health and safety codes; reporting procedures for suspected child abuse; laws and regulations covering topics such abuse; materials, tools and equipment to be used in the classroom setting.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective communication with adults and children
• Standard office productivity software.

Working Conditions

• Ability to walk, stand, bend squat climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
• Ability to be able to lift to 25lbs.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as file cabinet drawers and reach overhead.
• Ability to operate electronic devices; computer, laptop, tablets, printer.
• Ability to retrieve, scan, and send emails with supporting office/email etiquette.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must pass live scan/background check
• Current Site Supervisor permit or higher issued by CTC- California Teaching Credentialing.
• Current required immunizations: Pertussis-(whopping cough), Measles, and influenza. TB test upon initial hiring.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• One year experience in working with children.
• Valid California Driver's License

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Ability to motivate young children and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to deal with the general public.
• Ability to create creative age appropriate curriculum.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to complete the basic PTM-Protect the Mission course within 30 days of initial start date .

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or Equivalent or better.

Experience

Required

Current required immunizations: Pertussis-(whopping cough), Measles, and influenza. TB test upon initial hiring.

Site Supervisor permit or higher issued by CTC- California Teaching Credentialing.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Food Handler's Card

Driver's License

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