Full-Time Assistant Preschool Teacher - Toddler 2s (12 ECE units required)

About us

Saddleback Children’s Center is a Christian preschool and ministry of Community Lutheran Church that exists to provide a first educational experience for children 2-5 years of age. All children need, expect and deserve to be guided in a way that will help them feel safe, happy, healthy and well adjusted. Our program will help children learn and develop to their full potential. We relate the Christian message of faith, love and acceptance to children living in a changing world.

Assistant Preschool Teacher
Job Description – Assistant Teacher
Saddleback Children's Center is seeking a dynamic, proactive Assistant Teachers who is experienced in the field of Early Childhood Education for the 2026-27 school year. We are looking for a full-time Assistant Teacher to start in our 2-year-old classroom starting August 3, 2026 with the potential to start for our Summer 2026 program. Rate of pay is dependent on Early Childhood Education background and experience.

Saddleback Children's Center is "A family atmosphere with a focus on educational excellence and the beauty of God's creation." We are a Christian preschool that exists to provide a first educational experience, which helps each child develop to his or her full potential. Our program is high quality and is accredited through NAEYC, rated by QRIS and certified as a demonstration site for the Outdoor Classroom Project.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Early Childhood Education Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing – Assistant Teacher or working toward obtaining an Assistant Teacher Permit.
• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Minimum Skills Required:

• 2 + years working with children
• Prior experience working in a classroom preferred
• Strong communication skills and comfortable working with parents
• Experience with changing diapers

Position Description: All teaching staff is responsible to provide a happy, warm atmosphere in their classrooms where parents and children like to visit and play. Assistants are expected to interact positively with children while supporting their classroom teacher, so it is crucial to understand a balance of tasks and working with children to create a positive environment with a high priority on teacher-child engagement.

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Why are you interested in working at Saddleback Children's Center?
• Do you have a minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education Units required for this position?
• Saddleback Children's Center is a ministry of Community Lutheran Church. Are you comfortable working in a Christian Preschool?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person