Preschool Teacher: Inspire Curious Minds & Confidence

Merryhill-School-8; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Tuition discounts

Professional development

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Merryhill School in California is seeking a Preschool Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich classroom for our youngest learners. You will foster curiosity, independence, and confidence through purposeful play and hands-on activities.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate curriculum, collaborating with staff and families, and maintaining positive communication while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion, and a love for working with young children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Prior early childhood teaching experience preferred, with ability to support a learning environment

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and implement age-appropriate curriculum focused on early literacy, language development, math concepts, motor skills, and social-emotional growth
• Create a classroom culture that nurtures each child’s individuality while promoting curiosity and confidence
• Provide a structured yet playful environment through intentional, developmentally appropriate activities
• Collaborate with fellow educators and school leadership to align with program goals and best practices
• Maintain regular, positive communication with families through daily updates, reports, and conferences
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, licensing regulations, and developmental standards

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Early teaching experience

Education

12 semester ECE units

Bachelor's degree in Child Development

CDA certification preferred

Job description

Merryhill School in California is seeking a Preschool Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich classroom for our youngest learners. You will foster curiosity, independence, and confidence through purposeful play and hands-on activities.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate curriculum, collaborating with staff and families, and maintaining positive communication while upholding health and safety standards.