Preschool Teacher

Merryhill-School-8; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

401k plan with company match

Tuition discounts for your children

Professional development

Education reimbursement and partenrshp

Job summary

Merryhill School in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a Preschool Teacher to support early development and nurture curiosity in our youngest learners.

In this role you will plan engaging activities, maintain a stable daily routine, and partner with families and staff to provide high‑quality care and education in a warm, secure classroom.

Qualifications

• 12 semester (or 18 quarter) units in Early Childhood Education with coursework in child development, curriculum, and family/community.
• Experience in a licensed child care setting preferred.
• Deep patience and a genuine love for toddlers and early learning.
• Strong communication with children and families.
• Reliable, collaborative, and committed to high‑quality care and education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age‑appropriate curriculum focused on sensory exploration and early language.
• Maintain a consistent daily routine that supports structure and security.
• Encourage independence through guided play and responsive caregiving.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to align instructional and care standards.
• Communicate daily with parents via updates and informal check‑ins.
• Keep classroom environment clean, organized, and safe according to policies.

Skills

Patience & nurturing

Strong communication skills

Collaborative & reliable

Education

12 semester units in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Preschool Teacher – Merryhill School

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and sick days
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition discounts for your children
• Professional development
• Education reimbursement and partnerships

About the Role

As a Preschool Teacher at Merryhill School, you’ll play a central role in nurturing the growth, curiosity, and early development of our youngest learners. Children thrive with structure, exploration, and warm, responsive caregiving—and your classroom will provide the secure, joyful spaces they need to build confidence and independence.

You will also:

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate curriculum focused on sensory exploration, early language, gross and fine motor development, and social-emotional growth
• Foster a consistent and comforting daily routine that supports childrens need for structure and security
• Encourage independence through gentle guidance, responsive caregiving, and purposeful play
• Collaborate with fellow early childhood educators and school leadership to ensure alignment in instructional practices and care standards
• Communicate daily with parents through verbal updates, digital reports, and informal check-ins
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment aligned with licensing standards and school policies

What We’re Looking For

• 12 semester (or 18 quarter) units in Early Childhood Education, including coursework in child development, curriculum, and family/community
• Experience working with children in a licensed child care setting preferred
• Deep patience, nurturing instincts, and a genuine love for toddlers and early learning
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with both children and families
• Reliable, collaborative, and committed to high-quality care and education