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Preschool Teacher

Children's Montessori Center
Alhambra, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026

Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to inspire and nurture young learners in their early childhood development journey. In this vital role, you will create a warm, engaging, and safe classroom environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. Your expertise in early childhood education will help foster foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, social-emotional development, and physical activity. As a Preschool Teacher, you will play a key role in shaping the educational experiences of our youngest students, ensuring they develop confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning from the very start.

Duties

  • Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development based on early childhood education principles such as Montessori or other pedagogies
  • Create a nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and independence
  • Engage children in activities that support literacy education, math skills, physical education, and sensory play
  • Manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement and effective behavior management strategies
  • Conduct assessments of children's progress using standardized testing methods and document developmental milestones
  • Collaborate with parents and guardians to communicate children's progress and address any special education or early intervention needs
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that adheres to childcare regulations and child welfare standards
  • Plan lessons that incorporate diverse learning styles and include activities for toddlers care as well as preschool-aged children
  • Support children with special needs by adapting activities for inclusive education and working closely with specialists in early intervention
  • Ensure compliance with all daycare licensing requirements and uphold high standards of childcare quality

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of childhood development theories and early childhood education best practices
  • Experience developing curriculum tailored to preschoolers’ needs across various domains including literacy, math, physical education, and social skills
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, colleagues, and specialists
  • Proven classroom management skills to foster a positive learning environment while maintaining discipline
  • Ability to implement behavior management techniques that promote emotional regulation and social cooperation
  • Familiarity with standardized testing procedures for early learners and assessment tools for monitoring progress
  • Experience working with children with diverse backgrounds or special educational needs in private school or daycare settings
  • Knowledge of Montessori methods or other specialized pedagogies preferred
  • Ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate hands-on activities for toddlers care as well as preschoolers
  • Strong organizational skills to manage lesson planning, documentation, and classroom routines efficiently

Join us as a Preschool Teacher and help lay the foundation for lifelong learning! Your dedication will inspire young minds while supporting their growth into confident explorers ready to take on new challenges. We value energetic educators who are committed to making a positive impact every day!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20

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