Job Description
Lead Teacher
About us
PACCC is Palo Alto’s premier non-profit early education and youth development provider for working families that offers a family-focused care philosophy to support the whole child and family learning experience. As a community-based non-profit, we serve children in the Palo Alto and surrounding communities from infancy through elementary school.
Full benefits offered!
General Summary
Under general direction, supervises children to promote their physical, cognitive and social development. Responsible for leading on-floor programming for children and assures on-going, age-appropriate activities and development of children and implementation by all staff. Leads implementation of curriculum for the teaching team. Works with staff and families to assess the development of each child to identify the goals and needs of each child. Ensures a safe environment for all children at all times. Mentors teaching staff on all aspects of P-3 Alignment.
Qualifications / Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Duties and Responsibilities included herein are not limited to only those listed. The following additional qualifications are required: CPR/ First Aid certification, Mandated Reporter Training, and Anti-harassment Training. Master Teacher permit required within 1 year of hire.
Education and Experience
Demonstrate significant knowledge of child care programs and licensing requirements as would be obtained through the attainment of an Associate's Degree in Child Development or a related field. Five or more years teaching experience and one or more years of curriculum and program development experience is preferred. Must obtain Master Teacher child development permit within first year of holding the position
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time
Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $23-$33/hr
PACCC offers a excellent benefits program for all regular staff working 20+ hours per week.
Additional Requirements*
- Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19
- Must be vaccinated for measles and pertussis; must obtain annual flu vaccine or provide a signed declination form; must be tested for TB upon hire.
- Must complete a pre-employment physical.
- Must complete and pass a fingerprint background clearance check
*Some may be subject to reasonable accommodation requests
Palo Alto Community Child Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.30 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
We are strictly following all state and county mandates; full vaccination against COVID-19 required*
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- teaching in a child care setting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Master Teacher Permit (Preferred)
- 12 ECE or CD semester units, including Infant Development (Required)
Work Location: Multiple Locations