Lead Toddler Teacher

About Bunnybears Preschool

We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy of early childhood education, which emphasizes child-centered learning, the importance of relationships, and a deep respect for the child's voice in their educational journey. Our environment is designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through exploration, interaction, and collaborative play.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and experienced 2 year old educator to join our nurturing team, focusing on creating a warm and dynamic environment for our toddlers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Child Development & Learning: Observe and document the development of children , identifying individual needs and adapting teaching strategies to support their growth.
• Reggio Emilia Approach: Implement and model the Reggio Emilia philosophy in daily practice, focusing on the child as the protagonist of their learning journey, encouraging exploration, inquiry, and creative expression.
• Classroom Environment: Prepare a stimulating, child-centered environment with materials that reflect the interests of the children and encourage hands-on, project-based learning.
• Safety & Wellbeing: Ensure the physical and emotional safety of each child in your care, following all safety guidelines, maintaining a clean environment, and complying with all California childcare licensing regulations.
• Family Communication: Build positive relationships with families, providing regular updates on children’s progress, behavior, and activities.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with fellow teachers and staff to plan, assess, and reflect on the curriculum and daily activities, fostering a cooperative and supportive team atmosphere.
• Professional Development: Continuously engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills related to child development, Reggio Emilia philosophy, and early childhood education practices.

Qualifications :

• A minimum of 12 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), including core courses in child development, child, family, and community, and early childhood curriculum.
• Preferred: AA or BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field (not required)

Experience:

• At least 1 year of experience leading a classroom in a licensed childcare or preschool setting.
• Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia philosophy is a plus.
• Experience with observation and documentation of child development (e.g., anecdotal records, developmental checklists).

Licensing & Certifications:

• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or paid for by us)
• Clearance through California Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI background checks.
• updated mandated reporter training