Nurturing Early Preschool Teacher (Ages 2–3) – Growth

Stratford School; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Sick days

Tuition discount

Professional growth

Job summary

Stratford School in San Jose, CA is seeking an Early Preschool Teacher to create a safe, warm, and inspiring space for 2- to 3-year-olds. You’ll collaborate with a partner teacher to plan balanced lessons using our curriculum, blending guided learning with open play.

You’ll promote social-emotional development, communicate with families daily, assist with meals and routines, and ensure a clean, safe classroom aligned with licensing guidelines. Prior preschool experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units), including coursework in: Child Growth and Development
• Child, Family, and Community
• Program/Curriculum
• OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development
• Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior teaching experience with preschool students is preferred

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, responsive environment that promotes positive development of social and emotional competencies
• Communicate daily with parents and guardians while collaborating closely with co-teachers and school staff
• Assist children during meals, snacks, rest periods, and routine personal care (including toileting and diaper changing as needed)
• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and compliant with all safety regulations and licensing guidelines
• Perform other related classroom duties and school support tasks as assigned

Skills

Patience, compassion

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Education

ECE coursework or Bachelor in Child Development

12 ECE semester units or 18 quarter units

Job description

Stratford School in San Jose, CA is seeking an Early Preschool Teacher to create a safe, warm, and inspiring space for 2- to 3-year-olds. You’ll collaborate with a partner teacher to plan balanced lessons using our curriculum, blending guided learning with open play.

You’ll promote social-emotional development, communicate with families daily, assist with meals and routines, and ensure a clean, safe classroom aligned with licensing guidelines. Prior preschool experience is preferred.