Pre-K Teacher

Lily of the Valley Early Education and Preschool is currently hiring Preschool teacher. We are looking forward to getting a head start on the same and collaborating with you to explore for a mutually beneficial and progressive association in the offing.

We have an exciting opening for a Preschool Teacher at the Lily of the Valley Early Education and Preschool, Livermore, CA.

North Canyons Pkwy, Livermore situated in an extremely picturesque and beautiful neighborhood in Livermore, California. It boasts of a pristine and idyllic campus, nestled in between the tranquil and serene Tri-valley. Not to mention, the ease and convenience of accessibility (to freeways I-580) and amazing mobility it possesses.

The Zen and super safe neighborhood is barely 3.2 miles away from the Livermore downtown and 4 miles from Dublin Fallon neighborhoods. Additionally, the jovial and amicable staff supplement the mystic charm and salubrious work environment at the alluring Cornerstone Fellowship, Livermore campus, which also has a ginormous playground and parking!

Our Mission:

Our mission is to develop and inspire our children to grow through quality teaching and meaningful relationships. We serve students in ages ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years old and nurture a learning community where they are invited to think independently, ask questions, work collaboratively with peers, and embrace learning and faith as joyful experiences.

Our Vision

To be recognized as the leading early education and preschool service provider in Tri-Valley by delivering holistic education and nurturing care for children.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Preschool Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children (2 to 3 years age).
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Prepare lesson plans for the children on a daily basis
• Comfort arriving children to the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them
• Prepare games and outdoor activities that the children can engage in
• Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.
• Monitor the children’s progress and development
• Plan, prepare, & execute daily circle time activities
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and craft, music, storytelling, and field trips
• Prepare reports on the children’s development
• Read books to the children
• Have a friendly and confident demeanor and to work patiently with students, parents, and co-workers

Unmatched Premium Benefits offered by LOVS Family:

• Competitive pay based on experience and education
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits – in the form of Sundry Monthly Bonus towards M/D/V benefits
• Education assistance and reimbursement ($150)
• Professional development assistance (In-house onsite and virtual trainings)
• Incentives, Bonuses, Raises and Rewards based on Job Performance Evaluation
• Career advancement opportunities
• Group Life Insurance
• Discount on tuition for staff children
• Life Voluntary Insurance Benefits (Accident, Disability, Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Term life Insurance)
• Short-Term Disability/ Paid Maternity Leave through CA SDI
• Paid time off and Sick Leaves
• State and National Holidays
• Financial Wellness Program
• Monthly Teacher Supply Allowance
• Employee Referral Program

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills, Education, and Experience

• Completed a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have at least core 12 ECE units, must be at least 18 years of age, live scan fingerprint clearance, criminal record and TB clearance, have at least 1 year experience working in a licensed preschool.
• Must meet basic requirements of local childcare regulatory agency.
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Experience teaching in a preschool setting (at least 1 Year experience working in a licensed preschool)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Preferred)

Lily of the Valley Early Education and Preschool is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law