Preschool Teacher - Alexa's PLAYC

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to provide quality care to children in a nurturing environment. This role involves creating opportunities for children to explore and learn critical thinking skills through engaging activities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, relevant experience, and certifications in BLS and First Aid. Join a team that values inclusion and supports children with special needs while ensuring compliance with governing regulations. This position offers a competitive hiring range and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

Wellness program

Tuition Assistance

Employee Recognition Awards

Discounts on events and attractions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience required.
• Must have BLS and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to children in a nurturing environment.
• Implement strategies for children with special needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Intervention Strategies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

BLS for Healthcare Providers

First Aid Certification

Job description

Under general supervision, provides quality care to children in a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment. Within the program's daily schedule, ensures each child has the opportunity to create, explore, and learn problem solving and critical thinking skills through self-initiated and teacher directed activities. Our programs offer inclusion services to children with autism. Understands and implements naturalistic intervention strategies to assist children with special needs in interacting with peers and developing communication and social skills, and coordinates efforts with other teachers and staff in the classroom. Ensures that the center meets or exceeds governing regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree (Diploma and transcripts for Bachelor's Degree must be provided)
2. 2 years of experience
3. BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by AHA
4. First aid certification required
5. The following 12 units in Child Development are required: 3 units in Child, Family and Community, 3 units in Child Development 101, 3 units in Curriculum, and 3 units in any other child development course
6. Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's Degree
2. 3 years of experience
3. Experience in an early childhood inclusion setting

The expected hiring range for this position is $24.26 to $33.36. Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and even pet insurance
• A Retirement plan with company matching
• A Wellness program
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Recognition Awards & Team Rady (an annual event honoring all employees)
• Discounts on events and attractions around San Diego
• Many other opportunities to give back and have fun!