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Head Start/State Preschool Teacher

ABC Unified School District
Cerritos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026

Head Start/State Preschool Teacher at ABC Unified School District

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Application Deadline

5/8/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted
4/17/2026
Contact
Natalie Argott
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Appropriate placement on current Child Development Permit Teacher's Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
10 month position -2025-2026 school year
Employment Type
Full Time

About the Employer

The ABC Unified School District is known throughout the State of California as a leader in educational planning and innovation. The District has received county, state, and national recognition for outstanding programs in counseling, alternative education, staff development, and labor relations. Staff members have been selected to participate on state and national educational committees and have been invited to make presentations at national, state, and local conferences. Students have been recognized as National Merit scholars, academic decathlon winners, and participants in the Model United Nations program. Approximately 85 percent of the graduating students go on to higher education. The ABC Unified School District includes nineteen elementary schools, five middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, a college prep 7-12 school, a continuation high school, infant/children centers, extended-day care, and adult school.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must possess and maintain a CA Child Development Teacher Permit or higher. Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or closely related field - OR - Associate’s degree with educational plan leading to a Bachelor’s degree. Must have at least 2 years teaching experience in a classroom or group setting with young children. Must possess a current First Aid/CPR certification or to be obtained within probationary period. Must have a valid Class C California driver's license; and current automobile insurance. To apply submit (required): EDJOIN Certificated Teaching application Current resume 2 current letters of recommendation Copies of College/University Transcripts Copy of Child Development Teacher Permit or higher Copy of current First Aid/CPR certification

Requirements / Qualifications

Must possess and maintain a CA Child Development Teacher Permit or higher. Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or closely related field - OR - Associate’s degree with educational plan leading to a Bachelor’s degree. Must have at least 2 years teaching experience in a classroom or group setting with young children. Must possess a current First Aid/CPR certification or to be obtained within probationary period. Must have a valid Class C California driver's license; and current automobile insurance. To apply submit (required): EDJOIN Certificated Teaching application Current resume 2 current letters of recommendation Copies of College/University Transcripts Copy of Child Development Teacher Permit or higher Copy of current First Aid/CPR certification

Comments and Other Information

ABC Unified School District is looking for a Head Start/State Preschool Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

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ABC Unified School District is looking for a Head Start/State Preschool Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
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