Preschool Teacher: Nurture Curious Minds & Confidence

Heritage Oak Private Education; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

401k match

Tuition discounts

Professional development

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Merryhill School in California is seeking a Preschool Teacher to nurture the growth, curiosity, and early development of our youngest learners. You’ll create secure, joyful spaces that foster confidence and independence through structured activities and responsive caregiving.

You'll plan age-appropriate curricula, partner with families and colleagues, maintain licensing standards, and support children's social-emotional growth.

Qualifications

• 12+ semester units in Early Childhood Education with coursework in child development
• Experience in licensed child care setting preferred
• Patience, nurturing instincts, and a love for toddlers and early learning
• Strong communication and ability to connect with children and families
• Reliable, collaborative, and committed to high-quality care and education

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate curriculum focused on sensory exploration, early language, motor development, and social-emotional growth
• Foster a consistent daily routine that supports children's need for structure and security
• Encourage independence through gentle guidance, responsive caregiving, and purposeful play
• Collaborate with fellow early childhood educators and school leadership to ensure alignment in instructional practices and care standards
• Communicate daily with parents through verbal updates, digital reports, and informal check-ins
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment aligned with licensing standards and school policies

Skills

Patience

Communication

Collaboration

Reliability

Education

12+ semester units in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Merryhill School in California is seeking a Preschool Teacher to nurture the growth, curiosity, and early development of our youngest learners. You’ll create secure, joyful spaces that foster confidence and independence through structured activities and responsive caregiving.

You'll plan age-appropriate curricula, partner with families and colleagues, maintain licensing standards, and support children's social-emotional growth.