Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Sharmila Montessori Preschool is located in a lovely rural setting in Portola Valley, just west of 280 at Alpine Road, in the heart of Silicon Valley, on the campus of Ladera Community Church. We are seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teachers to join our team!
Responsibilities:

• Create and update individual lesson plans for each child
• Individual and small group lessons for children
• Support children with materials throughout the day
• Record observations of children's activities throughout the day
• Build relationships with families by greeting them warmly at drop-off and pick-up
• Lead parent-teacher conferences twice a year with the head of the school
• Prepare the environment, including cleaning, making, refreshing, arranging, and stocking classroom materials
• Classroom management and supervision
• Assist children with developing social and emotional skills
• Assess student's skills and performance to ensure they are meeting developmental milestones

Qualifications:

• Completed 12 ECE units
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
• Criminal and background clearance
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
• Lift a minimum of 50 Lbs.
• Work indoors and outdoors
• Ability to assume posture at low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children
• Must be willing to change diapers and help potty train based on child's readiness
• Problem-solving and mediation skills

Benefits/Perks

• $28 - $35 per hour depending on qualifications and experience
• 401(K)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid weeks off in Winter and Spring.
• Childcare Discount for full-time employees
• Great Work Environment