Preschool Teacher

Brella; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Brella-sponsored life insurance and L 

401(k) eligibility after 3 months

Paid Time Off

Sick & Safe Time

Paid Holidays

Wellness Days at milestones

Growth and advancement opportunities

Stanford FIND professional development

Job summary

Brella is hiring a Preschool Teacher for 24‑month‑olds in Playa Vista, CA. You will join a team of educators to deliver high‑quality early learning experiences in a flexible, evolving child care model.

Responsibilities include creating a safe, loving classroom; collaborating with co-teachers; communicating with families about curriculum and child development; and adapting the Brella curriculum to meet emergent interests while complying with licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma and 12 Early Childhood Education units including 3 infant care units (as required by Licensing).
• At least 12+ months of experience in a licensed child care facility.
• Must meet requirements of the California Department of Social Services / Licensing.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and loving environment for children in collaboration with co-teachers.
• Model empathy through respect, response, and gentle guidance.
• Engage children with age-appropriate, stimulating materials.

Education

High School Diploma

12 ECE units including infant care (3 units)

Job description

About Brella

Brella is on a mission to create a beloved child care experience for today’s families and the educators who support them. Founded in 2019 by two busy moms, Brella was created to reimagine child care through a flexible model that meets the needs of modern families while providing children with a high-quality early learning experience.

Where We're Located

Playa Vista: 2746 W Jefferson Blvd suite 3 3100, Playa Vista, CA 90094, USA

This center is open Monday-Friday and shifts typically run between 7:45 AM - 6:15 PM.

About the Role

We are looking to hire a Preschool Teacher who works with 24 month old's who is excited about building a new model of child care that responds to families' varying child care needs, while also delivering the highest quality experiences for children. If you embrace change, are eager to learn, take pride in what you do and see your time with children no matter how long or short as a learning opportunity we invite you to apply.

As a Brella Preschool Teacher, You Will

• Provide a safe and loving environment for children in collaboration with co-teachers
• Model empathy through respect, response, and gentle guidance
• Engage as children work with age-appropriate, stimulating, and thoughtful materials
• Plan and implement Brella curriculum and develop daily modifications as needed per age group or emergent class interests and demonstrate that the target curriculum engagement/quality elements are being achieved
• Keep the classroom safe by following procedures and guidelines
• Collaborate and communicate respectfully with coworkers creating positive relationships and center culture
• Communicate effectively with families during drop off/pick ups and provide curriculum and development updates
• Experience & Education Requirements:

Experience, Knowledge & Abilities

• At least 18+ years of age with a High School Diploma and 12 Early Childhood Education units including 3 units specific to infant care (Required by Licensing)
• At least 12+ months of experience working in a licensed child care facility
• Must meet the requirements of the California Department of Social Services / Licensing

Caring for the Caregiver

At Brella, we care for our caregivers through competitive pay, meaningful benefits, paid time off, and opportunities to grow and connect. Full-time educators at Brella are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Brella-sponsored life insurance and LTD
• 401(k) eligibility to contribute after 3 months
• Paid Time Off
• Sick & Safe Time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Days at tenure milestones
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Access to Stanford FIND professional development
• Referral program
• Team celebrations and community connection

Physical Demands

• Move comfortably throughout the classroom and center, including lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing, sitting, walking, bending, and standing for extended periods of time
• Safely interact with and physically support children ages 3 months to 6 years using appropriate child-handling techniques
• Lift children or classroom materials up to 50 pounds, as needed
• Maintain the mental and physical alertness needed to supervise children and respond to daily classroom needs
• Respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations, safety concerns, or emergencies
• Follow all state, federal, and Brella guidelines related to immunizations, employment physicals, required health and safety training, and safe classroom practices

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed, not an exhaustive list of all essential functions and responsibilities. Qualified applicants or employees with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.