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Job Title: Lead TeacherJob SummaryDate posted: October 24, 2025Job Description:Location: Gold River, CA Pay: $23.00 &ndash; $28.00/hourJob Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday &ndash; Friday | 7:30 a.m. &ndash; 5:00 p.m.Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum of 3 year of experience</li><li>Must have 12 ECE units, including:</li><li>Child Growth &amp; Development</li><li>Child, Family, and Community</li><li>Infant/Toddler Development (Preferred)</li></ul>About Excelsior PreschoolExcelsior Preschool is a leading early learning program that blends developmentally appropriate practices with STEAM learning, multi-language enrichment, and nature-based curriculum. We&rsquo;re committed to creating nurturing environments where young children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically&mdash;and where teachers are respected, supported, and empowered to grow.We are currently seeking a qualified Infant Room Teacher who meets California infant/toddler ECE unit requirements and brings passion and professionalism to our Gold River team.Key Responsibilities:w Responsible for providing care and supervision of childrenw Report any and all suspected, knowledge of, or observation of child abuse or neglect of a person under the age of 18 to Child Protective services or local law enforcement agency.w Conduct daily inspection for illness with every childw Ensure that all children are signed in and out, dailyw Responsible for leadership of assigned classroom &amp; mentoring Associate Teachers and Teacher Assistants assigned to your classroomw Create a positive learning environment in which to help children explore their educational/Social-Emotional needs.w Create and post weekly lesson plans focusing on emergent curriculum, STEAM and educational needsw Implement emergent curriculum based on interests of children and age-appropriate readiness goalsw Attend Professional Developmentw Assess students on educational development, motor skills and social-emotional learningw Hold Parent/Teacher conferences when neededw Hold meetings with Assistant Teacher to discuss lesson planning, classroom management/ challenging behaviors and solutionsw Maintain a safe and orderly classroom environmentw Manage the overall supervision and day&#8208;to&#8208;day care and development of an assigned group of childrenw Establish a trusting relationship with each child, create a nurturing social and learning environment, and be attentive to the needs of each childw Exhibit positive behavior to children, parents, and all other team members at all times.Required Qualifications<ul><li>Must be at least 18 years of age</li><li>12 ECE units required, including 3 units in:</li><li>Child Growth &amp; Development</li><li>Child, Family, and Community</li><li>Program/curriculum</li><li>CPR and First Aid Certification (EMSA-approved, current)</li><li>Completion of Health &amp; Safety Training including lead prevention</li><li>Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training completion</li><li>Must pass criminal background clearance (DOJ, FBI, and Child Abuse Index)</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Valid Teacher Permit or working toward it (strongly preferred)</li><li>Experience in Reggio Emilia, STEAM, or nature-based programs</li><li>Familiarity with multi-language or bilingual environments</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand for extended periods, and move easily between floor and seated positions</li></ul>&middot; Experience and/or education in Outdoor Classroom environments, Nature&#8208;Based programs, Emergent Curriculum and STEAMWhat We Offer<ul><li>A supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven culture</li><li>Opportunities for career advancement and training</li><li>Clean, safe, and thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor learning environments</li><li>Paid time off and health screening support</li><li>Access to team mentorship and educational coaching</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In personJob Type: Full-timePay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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