Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Pathways LA gives back to the community. We pride ourselves in strengthening low-income and vulnerable working families, promoting high quality early care and education services for children of all abilities, developing knowledgeable early care childcare providers, and promoting economically resilient communities. With over 45 years in service, Pathways LA has become the leading agency for a multi-year, county-wide initiative to increase the service of childcare needs. Our passionate and dedicated team has great pride in serving families and early childhood educators throughout Metro LA. Our team includes directors, case specialists, child development coordinators, coaches and teachers & staff for our child development centers.

If you are a talented professional with a passion for children and families, please consider applying for the following positions currently open :

Job Title : Preschool Teacher

Locations : Pathways LA CDC at Union Station

Primary Duties : Assist in planning, implementing, and facilitating a developmentally

appropriate, full-inclusion program for young children.

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 40 Hours per week

subject to change based on center and classroom needs)

Salary : $25-$26 / hour DOE + Benefits

Start Date : Immediately

Requirements :

Associate degree or higher in Early Care and Education (ECE), Child Development (CD), or related field or 24 units in ECE / CD or related field, including core courses, plus 16 general education units.

Must have or be eligible to obtain a Teacher Permit according to the CA Child Development Permit Matrix. Must submit proof before start date.

At least one year experience working with children ages 0-5 in an early childhood classroom environment including curriculum implementation, parent training, support, and communication.

Knowledge of child development theory and experience with developmentally appropriate practices. Experience in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children that supports overall growth. Experience with children identified as having special needs.

Experience conducting DRDP-r and / or other developmental assessments.

Must be able to regularly talk or hear. Will occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Requirements :

Fingerprint clearance / Department of Justice ID#, current health report including negative TB test, proof of required immunizations per Community Care Licensing for MMR, DTAP, Influenza (or waiver). These items are required before classroom assignments.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this position.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES :

Vacation & Sick Time

• 10 days of Vacation per year for the first 2 years of service. Accrual at start.
• 10 Sick Days per year. Accrual at start.

Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision

Kaiser HMO Medical Plan

Non-Kaiser Options – you can also choose a Blue Shield HMO or UnitedHealthCare HMO or PPO

PPO Dental Plan and VSP Vision Plan

Other Benefits

403b Retirement Contributions :

3% of salary contribution by Pathways for all employees (whether you contribute or not)

50% match by Pathways on employee contributions up to 3% of salary

Medical Account

Dependent Care Account

Commuter Expenses

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - paid by Pathways

Counseling Services

Child and Elder Care Referrals

Financial and Legal Advice

Balancing Work and Life Issues

Adoption Assistance Program

Voluntary Options

Additional life insurance

Additional accident insurance

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values at Pathways LA.

We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer