As part of our teaching team, you’ll help create a joyful classroom where children feel safe, seen, and supported. You will:

• Bring warmth, joy, and care to the program.
• Supervise and engage children with warmth and care all day.
• Maintain a gentle, curious, and respectful approach to children and families
• Build strong, nurturing relationships to support children’s social and emotional growth.
• Create lesson plans and lead activities that match children’s interests and development.
• Help prepare materials and implement learning experiences.
• Observe, document and assess children’s progress to guide teaching and communicate with parents.
• Support children with daily routines ie greeting/departing, nap/rest, meals/snacks, diapering/toileting, handwashing, transitions, health/safety practices.
• Keep the classroom safe, clean, and organized to encourage learning and independence.
• Take children outdoors daily including to Park and neighborhood walks
• Foster positive partnerships with families through regular communication and family engagement.
• Work closely with teachers, families, and others involved in the program.
• Prepare and serve healthy meals and snacks that meet nutritional standards.
• Clean, sanitize and disinfect classroom areas as needed.
• Lead parent-teacher meetings to discuss children’s growth.
• Assist with health inspections and official visits.
• Participate in ongoing training, meetings, and supervision.
• Take on additional tasks as needed.

We are looking for individuals who are collaborative, reliable and who bring warmth, curiosity, and dedication to their work with young children:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess a Child Development Associate Credential or an Associates in Early Childhood  or pursuing one with at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Education plus 2 years experience in a child care setting
• At least 2 years of experience working with young children
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and fingerprinting with the Department of Health
• Valid Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before start date)
• Must complete 10 hours of Health & Safety Training on the ECETP website before start date
• Three professional references (at least one must be from a child-related role)
• Able to bend, lift up to 30 lbs, and be physically active throughout the day including outdoor play

Why Join Almond Tree?
We are a close-knit, mission-driven program that deeply values the power of early childhood education and bringing warmth and joy to children's learning experience and to our Team. You’ll be part of a supportive team where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your work has a lasting impact.

• Minimum Education Level: CDA Credential (with credit-bearing certificate)
• Preferred Education Level: Associate's Degree

To apply, send your resume to almondtreepreschool@yahoo.com

Benefits includes:

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

College tuition assistance

Paid professional development