Kids Konnect Infant Care and Preschool
Preschool Teacher
San Leandro, CA
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Full time
Kids Konnect is an award-winning Bay Area preschool seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team! In this full-time position, you'll create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment, plan and implement age-appropriate activities, and support children's growth and development. Ideal candidates have completed at least 12 core ECE unit, have experience working with young children, and enjoy collaborating with families and fellow teachers. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM We offer competitive benefits, paid time off, childcare discounts, and opportunities for professional growth!
About Kids Konnect Infant Care and Preschool
Kids Konnect Infant Care & Preschool is a relationship-driven early childhood program where children, families, and educators are genuinely valued. We believe high-quality early learning happens when children feel safe, supported, and joyful — and when teachers are respected as professionals. Our classrooms are intentionally designed to support play-based, developmentally appropriate learning that nurtures social-emotional growth, curiosity, and independence.
We are known for strong ratios, thoughtful routines, and a collaborative team culture. Our educators partner closely with families and leadership to ensure each child is truly known and supported. At Kids Konnect, teachers are encouraged to bring their experience, creativity, and voice to the classroom while working within a clear, supportive structure. We take pride in creating an environment where both children and teachers can thrive.
Description
How would you like to work for an award-winning Bay Area preschool where we value our families, children, and staff? If you love working with young children and have a passion for teaching, we’d love to meet you! We believe that a high-quality program begins with a fun and happy teaching staff that truly enjoy what they do and have a strong commitment to shaping little hearts and minds.
See what our teachers have to say about working for Kids Konnect!: https://www.dropbox.com/s/vsdvhgf829ncgfn/KKP%20Teacher%20Video.mp4?dl=0
We are looking for:
- Preschool Teacher with Early Childhood Education units completed (min. 12 core units)
Shift will be M-F 8:30am-5:30pm.
Does this sound like you?
- An energetic, creative and responsible team player
- Passionate about working with young children
- Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
- Reliable, self-directed & dedicated in their job performance
Qualifications for Teachers:
* 6-12 completed core semester units in Early Childhood/Child Development and enrolled in at least 2 semester units until fully qualified including Infant/Toddler classes if working with the infants and toddlers (currently enrolled in ECE is ok)
* at least 6 months experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program
* Live Scan (FBI/DOJ fingerprinted)
* Experience with designing curriculum and carrying out age appropriate activities for young children
* Experience with speaking to families at pick-up and drop-off regarding their child’s day
Benefits included:
* Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k) for full-time employees 30+ hours/week
* Career Advancement Opportunities – 80% of our leadership team has been promoted from within!
* Discount on childcare
* Vacation and sick time
* All major holidays paid
Send in your resume to be considered today! :)
Salary
$25 - $28 per hour