Preschool Teacher

Clear Destination Inc.; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. in San Diego, CA seeks a dedicated caregiver to nurture and supervise young children in a loving, safe classroom setting. The role involves implementing childcare plans, supporting daily activities, and collaborating with parents and staff.

You will ensure cleanliness, safety, and compliance with state requirements, document progress, and assist with meals, toileting, and classroom equipment. A minimum of 6 months' experience and relevant credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Must have pediatric CPR and pediatric First Aid certification.
• Mandated Reporter Certification required.
• HS diploma or GED completed; postsecondary units in ECE or child development with passing grades.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the care and safety of children in a loving, nurturing environment.
• Assist and supervise children during all activities; prepare and implement classroom plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the classroom and equipment.
• Assist children with toileting, hand washing, snacks, meals, and cleanup.
• Complete daily notes, attendance, accident reports, and communication with parents.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in events; plan instructional aids/materials for activities.
• Communicate with supervisor about issues and progress; maintain progress checklists.
• Meet state requirements and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pediatric CPR

First Aid Certification

Mandated Reporter

Education

High-school diploma or GED

12 postsecondary units in ECE/child development

CDA credential with appropriate age-level endorsement

Job description

Full-time position with an anticipated schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for the daily care and supervision of the classroom and the children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide for the care and safety of children in a loving, nurturing and supportive environment.
• Assist and supervise children during all activities throughout the school day. Prepare and implement childcare plans, classroom lesson plans/programs, organization and schedule.
• Ensure that appearance, cleanliness and safety of the classroom is appropriately maintained.
• Make self available and adhere to children's needs and services. Assist children with toileting, hand washing, snacks, meals, and clean up.
• Create with parents the infant/toddler needs and services plans and provide services as is appropriate. Complete all classroom/center paperwork in a timely manner, i.e., daily notes, attendance records, accident reports, etc.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings, center events, parent meetings, and assist in event planning and implementation. Plan and provide instructional aids/materials for classroom activities.
• Ensure that all classroom/outdoor equipment and supplies are in good and safe working order and are used and maintained properly.
• Communicate with supervisor all school issues and those involving individual children and parents. Communicate, verbally and in writing, information to parents when appropriate. Maintain developmental progress checklists. Maintain all classroom bulletin boards as appropriate or as requested. Update needs and service plans quarterly.
• Administer medication as prescribed and record appropriately. Conduct all activities in a sanitary manner to maximize infection control. Sanitize items daily that have been in mouths or have been in contact with bodily fluids.
• Interact with families, other staff, visitors and guests with friendliness, courtesy and respect at all times.
• May be required to float between classrooms as needed
• Meet all state requirements for the position. Perform all other duties as may be assigned by lead teacher, supervisor, Director, COO or CEO.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 18 years of age and a current pediatric CPR and pediatric First Aid certification.
• Mandated Reporter Certification.
• High-school diploma or GED.
• At least twelve (12) postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university, at least three (3) of the twelve units must be related to the care of infants and toddlers. Or a current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with the appropriate age‑level endorsement issued by the CDA National Credentialing Program of the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition
• At least six months of on‑the‑job training and/or work experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program. Or a Child Development Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• A minimum of 6 months’ work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 20 pounds, unassisted, on a frequent basis.
• Occasionally, will need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds unassisted. Position requires the performance as simple motor skill activities such as walking, standing and bending.
• Must have full use of arms, hands and legs.
• Must be able to walk, stand, squat, stand for long periods, bend over tables, climb stairs, reach above shoulders, and kneel.
• Must be able to identify objects visually at a distance of 20 feet, distinguish normal sounds where there is some background noise, and be able to speak clearly and make self-understood.