Preschool Teacher

Children's House of Los Altos; Los Altos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Children's House of Los Altos is seeking a Preschool Teacher in California. The role offers part-time or full-time options with compensation depending on commitment, education, and experience. An ECE degree or related work is valued, and CPR/First Aid certification is welcome.

Successful candidates will work until 5:15pm daily and join a warm, collaborative team dedicated to high-quality early childhood education. Immediate or early August start dates are available.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field preferred.
• Minimum ECE units required per California Community Care Licensing standards.
• Prior experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom setting.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor with a genuine love for working with young children.
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

Preschool teaching experience

Communication

Teamwork

Warm demeanor

Child development knowledge

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in ECE or related field

Minimum ECE units per licensing standards

Tools

CPR & First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

About the Role

Our incredible team of teachers has successfully completed the NAEYC accreditation process with top scores for the last fifteen years. Our centers enjoy an excellent reputation and offer a beautiful setting with excellent professional opportunities, wages and benefits. Our preschool teacher position is available for immediate start or an early August start date.

Position is available for either part or full time. Compensation is dependent upon length of commitment to our school, education and experience. A Child Development BA, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor or Program Director permit will be highly acknowledged.

Successful applicants will be available to work until 5:15pm daily.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field preferred
• Minimum ECE units required per California Community Care Licensing standards
• Prior experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom setting
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor with a genuine love for working with young children
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork skills

About Us

Children's House of Los Altos has been a trusted cornerstone of early childhood education in the Los Altos community, providing a warm and enriching environment where young children thrive. Families love us for our dedicated staff, thoughtful curriculum and the genuine care we show every child. Our teachers enjoy a supportive, collaborative workplace where their passion for education is celebrated and their professional growth is encouraged.