Preschool Spanish Instructor-2 hours per week

ABC For Me Preschool and Tiny Tots; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 4,700 - 5,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

ABC For Me Preschool and Tiny Tots is looking for a caring bilingual Preschool Spanish Instructor to lead a Friday Spanish enrichment class for preschoolers. The role emphasizes play-based learning, music, movement, storytelling, and hands-on activities to foster language development.

The ideal candidate is fluent in Spanish and English, experienced in early childhood education, and can plan engaging weekly lessons, maintain a positive classroom environment, and collaborate with families and

Qualifications

• Completion of 12+ postsecondary units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from an accredited institution.
• At least six months of experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and teach developmentally appropriate lessons to preschoolers.
• Must meet background-check, health-screening, and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead a one-hour Spanish enrichment class every Friday.
• Prepare a written weekly lesson plan based on age-appropriate themes.
• Introduce Spanish vocabulary and phrases through play.
• Use songs, movement, stories, puppets, visual aids, games, art, and sensory activities.
• Maintain an active, varied class to support preschool attention spans.
• Review vocabulary regularly and foster inclusive language learning.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Education

ECE/Child Development units

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Training & development

Preschool Spanish Instructor

Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: Fridays, approximately 3 onsite hours per week 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Compensation: $35 per hour

About the Position

Lingo Stars Extension Program is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and creative bilingual Preschool Spanish Instructor. The instructor will plan and lead a playful, developmentally appropriate Spanish enrichment program for preschool-aged children every Friday.

The ideal candidate is fluent in Spanish and English, understands how young children learn through play and repetition, and enjoys using music, movement, storytelling, games, art, and hands-on activities.

Schedule and Pay

This position includes approximately three paid hours per week:

• Two hours onsite each Friday
• One hour of paid lesson-planning and preparation time

Compensation is $35 per hour, averaging approximately $455 per month. Actual monthly compensation will vary according to the number of Fridays worked.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and lead an engaging, one-hour Spanish enrichment class each Friday.
• Prepare a written weekly lesson plan based on an age-appropriate theme.
• Introduce useful Spanish vocabulary and simple phrases through play.
• Use songs, dancing, movement, stories, puppets, visual aids, games, art, and sensory activities.
• Keep lessons active and varied to support preschool attention spans.
• Regularly review previously introduced vocabulary.
• Create a positive, low-pressure environment that encourages children to speak Spanish.
• Introduce traditions, music, stories, and celebrations from Spanish-speaking cultures respectfully and inclusively.
• Adapt activities for different developmental levels, learning styles, language abilities, and individual needs.
• Maintain active supervision and follow all preschool health, safety, behavior-management, and allergy procedures.
• Prepare, organize, and safely store teaching materials.
• Clean the instructional area and materials after each class.
• Communicate professionally with children, families, classroom staff, and the director.
• Share class themes, vocabulary, songs, and activities with families and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of at least 12 postsecondary semester units, or equivalent quarter units, in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from an accredited or approved institution, including the required core units.
• At least six months of experience working in a licensed childcare center.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and teach developmentally appropriate lessons to preschool-aged children.
• Ability to meet all applicable background-check, health-screening, and childcare licensing requirements.
• [Current CPR and First Aid certification, if required.].

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching Spanish to young children.
• Experience using music, movement, storytelling, games, art, and hands-on activities in an early-childhood setting.
• Strong lesson-planning and classroom-management skills.
• Patience, enthusiasm, creativity, reliability, and cultural sensitivity.

Lingo Stars Extension Program is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for children, families, and employees.