Mentor Teacher at Circle of Friends Child Development Center Fairfield, CA

Circle of Friends Child Development Center; Fairfield (CA); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Circle of Friends Child Development Center is seeking a dedicated Mentor Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment while supporting and guiding a team of educators.

You will coordinate daily classroom operations, mentor teachers, observe practices, and collaborate to implement effective strategies. Strong leadership, communication, and knowledge of early childhood education are essential; bilingual Spanish/English is preferred, and a CA driver’s license is required.

Qualifikationen

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in early childhood education with a leadership track record.
• Proven mentoring and coaching experience for teachers.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• California driver’s license and current personal vehicle insurance.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the classroom.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
• Mentor and guide a team of teachers with ongoing coaching.
• Conduct regular observations and evaluations of teachers.
• Provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement to teaching staff.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement effective classroom strategies.
• Offer individualized coaching to address professional needs of teachers.
• Assist in staff retention and foster a positive work environment.

Kenntnisse

Mentoring & coaching

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Technology proficiency

Regulatory knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Teaching certification/licensure (preferred)

Tools

Education software/tech platforms

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Mentor Teacher who will ensure a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children while supporting and mentoring a team of educators.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the classroom.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for all children in the program.
• Support a team of teachers, providing ongoing mentoring and guidance.
• Conduct regular observations and evaluations of teachers to assess practices.
• Provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement to teaching staff.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement effective classroom strategies and techniques.
• Offer individualized coaching and mentoring to address specific professional needs of teachers.
• Assist in the retention process of staff, fostering a positive work environment.

We welcome applicants who are passionate about early childhood education and dedicated to fostering the growth and development of both children and educators.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Teaching certification/licensure preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in early childhood education, with a demonstrated successful teaching and leadership track record.
• Proven experience in mentoring and coaching early childhood teachers, with a strong focus on supporting their professional growth and development.
• Excellent knowledge of early childhood education principles, curriculum, and best practices.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred ;
• Possession of valid California driver's license;
• current personal vehicle insurance;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, building and maintaining positive relationships with teachers, parents, and other stakeholders.
• Effective leadership and organizational abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in the use of technology and software applications relevant to early childhood education.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, policies, and procedures governing early childhood education programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, while also being self-motivated and able to work independently.