Lead Toddler Teacher (with Leadership Pathway)

About Twin Cities Community Preschool

Twin Cities Community Preschool (TCCP) is a play-based, parent-participatory preschool in Corte Madera with an outdoor-focused environment that supports collaboration, communication, and creative exploration through play.

Curriculum emerges from children’s interests and is shaped through relationships within our cooperative community. Children share ideas through play and conversation, while teachers and parent-teachers collaborate to observe, reflect, and thoughtfully prepare environments that support deeper learning.

Our community works together to create hands-on, sensory-rich experiences that encourage sustained play, outdoor exploration, and meaningful engagement. Children are supported in taking risks, getting messy, and learning alongside peers and caring adults, while seasonal events bring families and educators together to build strong, lasting relationships.

Toddler Program Overview

The toddler program runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. From September through January, toddlers have a dedicated wing of the school and use of the front yard, rotating regularly to our beautiful playground. Beginning in January, toddlers are gradually and thoughtfully integrated with our mixed-age preschool program (ages 3–5) in a developmentally responsive way.

Lead Teacher Role

We are seeking a warm, experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to join our team, with a supported pathway toward an Assistant Director role. This position is ideal for an educator who is grounded in play-based practice, confident in the classroom, and interested in growing as a leader within a collaborative school community.

This is a full-time, teaching-forward role that works closely with the Director, school administrator, and Afternoon Lead Teacher to provide an engaging, dynamic environment throughout the day. The Lead Toddler Teacher serves as the primary educator for our toddler program (ages 2–3), supports the afternoon preschool program, and gradually takes on expanded leadership responsibilities with mentorship and support.

Leadership Track

This role is designed for a Lead Teacher who is interested in growing into an Assistant Director position. Twin Cities Community Preschool provides mentorship, administrative support, and financial assistance to support this progression, including guidance toward meeting California licensing requirements for Assistant Director qualifications. Leadership responsibilities will increase as experience, readiness, and qualifications develop.

Position Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM
• School‑year position, plus 6 weeks of Summer Camp 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on education and experience
• Benefits may include health and dental insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, and participation in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Benefit eligibility varies based on position and hours worked
• Paid for five weeks of school closures.
• Ongoing professional learning and shared professional development opportunities within a strong cooperative community.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to meet California Community Care Licensing requirements, including background clearance and health requirements
• Minimum of 15 ECE units required; additional coursework, especially in areas of ECE leadership or administration, is strongly desired.
• Holds or willingness to obtain appropriate CPR/First Aid certification

Desired Qualifications

• Lead teaching experience with toddlers or preschool-aged children
• Demonstrated understanding of play-based, child-led learning and developmentally appropriate practice
• Strong observation, documentation, and reflection skills, with the ability to make children’s learning visible to families
• Clear, respectful communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Interest in developing program leadership skills, including collaboration, mentoring, and shared decision-making
• Willingness to grow toward Assistant Director qualifications, with support and mentorship from the school
• Understands and appreciates the benefits of working within a cooperative preschool model that includes active parent participation in our morning program
• Reliable, organized, and able to balance classroom responsibilities with emerging leadership responsibilities

We are seeking an educator who:

• Values play-based learning and responsive caregiving
• Confident in leading a toddler classroom
• Communicates clearly and collaborates well with staff and families
• Reflective, curious, and committed to professional growth
• Brings a calm, grounded presence to work with young children
• Supports program development through observation, documentation, and collaboration
• Enjoys partnering with parents to support a child-led, play-based approach

How to Apply

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to:

admin@twincitiescoop.org

Include:

• Your availability
• Preferred start date
• Salary expectations

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person