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KinderKirk Preschool

Closing Lead TeacherKinderKirk PreschoolWe believe childhood should run wild and free &mdash; our teachers do too. Could you? Join KinderKirk Preschool, an Outdoor Classroom Demonstration Site where our children spend 99.9% of their day outside: shoes optional, play-messy, taking tea parties as seriously as science, and exploring our local community.We&rsquo;re hiring a Closing Lead Teacher who can match children&rsquo;s creativity and energy, hold firm boundaries, and end each day safely, joyfully, and with children who don&rsquo;t want to leave.This role is best suited to someone who enjoys clear routines with room to flex &mdash; an organized, steady presence who appreciates that afternoons call for both structure and responsiveness.Why teachers love working here<ul><li>Teachers are truly valued: daily paid planning time, PTO, paid &amp; floating holidays, and real work&ndash;life balance</li><li>Supportive, no-drama team (collaboration over gossip)</li><li>Family-friendly culture: staff may bring their own children or partners to KinderKirk events</li><li>Freedom to create: playful afternoons and simple local field trips</li><li>Growth opportunity: this closing role may grow into a Core Teacher position with expanded curriculum leadership and higher pay</li></ul>Must have (non-negotiable)<ul><li>12+ ECE or Child Development (CD) units</li><li>Available Monday&ndash;Friday through close (5:30&ndash;5:45 PM)</li><li>Reliable transportation</li><li>Comfortable supervising mixed-age groups, diapering, and following health plans</li><li>Comfortable with basic health monitoring (e.g., recording glucose numbers &mdash; training provided)</li><li>Able to close the center independently after full training</li><li>Consistency and follow-through &mdash; our children rely on adults who finish the day well</li></ul>What we&rsquo;re really looking for<ul><li>Organized and grounded (not rigid)</li><li>Able to follow established routines while adapting to real-time moments</li><li>Calm leadership during transitions and pick-up windows</li><li>Enjoys being the steady adult who brings the day to a close</li></ul>Nice to have<ul><li>Spanish/English bilingual (additional pay)</li><li>Creativity for play-based curriculum and local adventures</li><li>Self-starter energy paired with teamwork</li></ul>Pay &amp; schedule<ul><li>$21&ndash;$23/hour (higher with bilingual skills and expanded responsibilities)</li><li>Typical shifts fall between 9:30&ndash;10:30 AM and 5:30&ndash;5:45 PM, with occasional adjustments for early-release or staff meeting days.</li><li>This is a closing-focused role by design &mdash; balanced hours, strong support, and a clear path to growth</li></ul>How to applyPlease upload your resume and include:<ul><li>Your total ECE/CD units (must be 12+)</li><li>Your earliest start date (and whether notice is needed)</li></ul>&middot; Applications missing the required 12 units or this information will not be reviewed.Job Type: Part-timePay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>If your resume does not clearly show it, please list the total number of completed Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CD) units you have.</li><li>If hired, what is the earliest date you could start this position?</li><li>Do you need to give notice to a current employer? If yes, how much notice is required?</li><li>This position requires Monday&ndash;Friday availability until 5:30&ndash;5:45 PM. Are you able to work this schedule? (Answer options: Yes / No)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Carpinteria, CA 93013 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Preschool Closing Teacher (Carpinteria, CA)

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Preschool Closing Teacher (Carpinteria, CA)