Talent.com
Preschool and School Age Associate Teacher

Preschool and School Age Associate Teacher

Catalyst Family Inc.Sunnyvale, CA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Preschool and School Age Associate Teacher

Job Category

Center

Requisition Number

PRESC002703

Apply now

  • Posted : April 17, 2025
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Catalyst teaching staff support the planning and implementation of Catalyst's programming for children ranging in age from infant, toddler, pre-school, kinder, and school age depending on the location. Teachers must be able to facilitate a variety of age appropriate activities, support children's social emotional development, and ensure children are supervised at all times in a healthy and safe environment.

Essential Functions :

  • Create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum supported by learning foundations that are directly connected to their interests and promote positive child development.
  • Create, implement, and maintain intentional, enriched, and supportive learning environments and quality experiences that are age appropriate for all children.
  • Provide excellent customer service by establishing authentic connections and reciprocal, culturally responsive relationships with children, youth, families, schools, communities, and center / classroom team.
  • Keep children healthy and safe by ensuring proper supervision, positive interactions, healthy habits, and excellent compliance.
  • Work collaboratively with fellow staff by connecting work place values, education, and experience to provide the highest quality programs and creative workplaces.

    • All teaching staff are expected to demonstrate behaviors that are essential for successful programs and environment including the following :

  • Positive interactions with children and youth.
  • Maintain kind, respectful, and safe emotional / physical environments for children.
  • Be on time and present on a regularly scheduled basis.
  • Be physically and mentally capable of interacting with children up to 13 years of age, meeting all their needs and ensuring their safety.
  • Be aware of and implement safety guidelines; report any health & safety issues or incidents to management, and remain calm if providing first aid (as needed) during emergency situations.

    • Physical & Environmental Conditions :

    Teaching staff are responsible for various program elements on a daily basis and will be exposed to indoor and outdoor elements. Teaching staff may be required to :

  • Visually inspect environment for hazards to children; identify hazards and implement preventative actions (i.e. set up cones to limit play area) to maintain a safe environment for children.
  • Be comfortable with occasional loud noise in or outside the classroom during activities.
  • Be comfortable with frequent bending, lifting, twisting, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
  • Push, lift, carry, and hold various objects up to 15 lbs. - by individual or team effort - such as equipment carts, emergency back packs, food coolers, classroom furnishings, and other similar program materials.
  • Work inside the classroom or outside the room in all weather conditions which are safe for children.
  • Traverse various terrains (grass, blacktop, dirt) and heights (ladders, playgrounds) depending on the school outdoor environment.
  • Adapt to the physical level of children (i.e. sitting on the floor, kneeling, squatting) for activities and problem-solving interactions.
  • Supervise field trips to destinations such as aquatic parks, beaches, and trampoline parks.

    • Qualifications & Experience :

    Associate Teachers are members of the teaching team who share responsibility for the care and education of an assigned group of children / classroom. There may be more than one person designated as an Associate Teacher for each group of children.

    Education

    Education and permit requirements may vary by center needs / require age group specific units depending on the program, such as Infant, Toddler, School-Age, Title 5 or Title 22 status.

  • 12-24 postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in ECE, CD, or related field with passing grades of C- or better. OR
  • Associate Teacher Permit or above issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

    • Experience & Skills

  • 6-12 months of experience in a group care environment where care / teaching was provided for a consistent age group is preferred.
  • Effective problem solving, conflict resolution, classroom management, and communication with children and families.
  • Effective organization, time management, curriculum, and assessment documentation (lesson plans, portfolios, and anecdotal notes).
  • Ability to work alongside colleagues and maintain a professional team environment.
  • Current adult and infant / child CPR & First Aid certification is preferred.
  • Bilingual / multilingual language preference based on individual center needs.

    • Shift Type : Full Time

    Schedule : Monday - Friday, 6 : 30am - 1pm

    Compensation : $20.01 - $30.02 hourly.

    What We Offer :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
  • Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) employer paid coverage.
  • 401(k) Retirement plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Personal Health Advocate.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Education Reimbursement Program.
  • Discounted childcare.
  • Access to the Calm app.
  • Tickets at Work employee discounts.
  • Be constantly in a learning and growth process with training and professional growth advisory.

    • We are proud to be an EEO / AA employer M / F / D / V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

    J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    School Age Teacher • Sunnyvale, CA, US

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Preschool Teacher

    Preschool Teacher

    TradeJobsWorkforce94124 San Francisco, CA, US
    Full-time
    Preschool Teacher Job Responsibilities : Contributes to child learning, growth, and advancement.Displays a passion for developing preschool-age appropriate educational a...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    Preschool Teacher for Sports

    Preschool Teacher for Sports

    Amazing AthletesSan Francisco, CA, US
    Part-time
    Quick Apply
    We are looking for energetic and motivated coaches to add to our team.This fun part-time position requires traveling to different schools and day care centers to teach the basic fundamentals of 10 ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Teacher for Visually Impaired (TVI) Job for 2025-2026 Year | Watsonville, CA

    Teacher for Visually Impaired (TVI) Job for 2025-2026 Year | Watsonville, CA

    BlazerJobsWatsonville, CA, US
    Full-time
    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, or Visual Impairments, active Teacher of the Visually Impaired certification and 1+ years Teacher of the Visually Impaired...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    School Aide - Immediate Start

    School Aide - Immediate Start

    Zen EducateHoly City, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Get Set for the 2025-2026 School Year!.Step into full-time paraprofessional and classroom aide roles and support students with special needs in real classroom settings. You'll grow your skills, gain...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    Full-time Children’s Advocacy Center Pediatrician for Large Public Health System in Silicon Valley

    Full-time Children’s Advocacy Center Pediatrician for Large Public Health System in Silicon Valley

    HealthEcareers - ClientScotts Valley, California, United States
    Full-time
    Full-time Children’s Advocacy Center Pediatrician for Large Public Health System in Silicon Valley.Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH), a large public healthcare system in San Jose CA, is seeking ...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    • Promoted
    Substitute Preschool Teacher and Aide

    Substitute Preschool Teacher and Aide

    TempCare Childcare Staffing Inc.San Jose, CA, United States
    Full-time +2
    This position services Santa Clara County.All positions are located in person and require attendance at the facility.Temp Care is a full staffing service for Early Childhood Educators.We recruit an...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    UC Cooperative Extension Specialist- Coastal Hydrology, Agriculture, and Water Resilience Located at the University of California, Santa Cruz (25-16)

    UC Cooperative Extension Specialist- Coastal Hydrology, Agriculture, and Water Resilience Located at the University of California, Santa Cruz (25-16)

    University of California Agriculture and Natural ResourcesSanta Cruz, CA, United States
    Full-time
    UC Cooperative Extension Specialist- Coastal Hydrology, Agriculture, and Water Resilience Located at the University of California, Santa Cruz (25-16). University of California Agriculture and Natur...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    Preschool Teacher

    Preschool Teacher

    Action Day SchoolsSaratoga, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Bay Area’s childcare & private education industry.In 2024, Action Day Schools was voted one of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area!. We recognize the essential foundation of any school is it...Show moreLast updated: 16 days ago
    • Promoted
    Special Education Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

    Special Education Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

    Zen EducateHayward, CA, US
    Full-time
    Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2025–2026 school year.We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work ...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    Preschool Teacher

    Preschool Teacher

    TradeJobsWorkForce94112 San Francisco, CA, US
    Full-time
    Preschool Teacher Job Duties : Contributes to child learning, growth, and advancement.Displays a pa...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    School Age Assistant Teacher

    School Age Assistant Teacher

    Catalyst KidsLos Altos, CA, US
    Full-time +1
    Associate Teacher Permit (desired).Come SHINE with us! Teachers are at the heart of every community, lighting the way for children and their families to shine their brightest.Catalyst Kids is a lon...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    Special Education Teacher (SPED)

    Special Education Teacher (SPED)

    The Stepping Stones GroupScotts Valley, CA, US
    Part-time
    Step Into a Rewarding Career with The Stepping Stones Group!.Are you a compassionate educator with a big heart and a passion for making a difference? Are you read...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago
    • Promoted
    Early Childhood Infant / Toddler Teacher

    Early Childhood Infant / Toddler Teacher

    Bright Horizons Children's CentersSan Mateo, CA, United States
    Full-time +1
    Early Childhood Educator~ San Mateo, CA.Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day. Learn from early education experts while...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    • Promoted
    United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

    United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

    U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionDavenport, California, US
    Full-time +1
    Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, p...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
    • Promoted
    Share Your Thoughts, Pocket Some Cash : Join Opinion Outpost's Survey Opportunities!

    Share Your Thoughts, Pocket Some Cash : Join Opinion Outpost's Survey Opportunities!

    DynataAlum Rock, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Ready to turn your opinions into cash? Explore the world of remote paid online survey gigs with Opinion Outpost!.It's as simple as sharing your thoughts from the comfort of your own home and watchi...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
    • Promoted
    Job Coach - On-Call

    Job Coach - On-Call

    Hope ServicesSanta Cruz, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Are you a person who enjoys helping others? Are you currently seeking fulfillment in your professional life?.Hope Services is Silicon Valleys leading provider of services to people with development...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    Preschool Teacher

    Preschool Teacher

    Children's Day SchoolSan Francisco, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Preschool Teacher Children’s Day School is committed to the work required to create more equitable and inclusive systems and environments so that all members of our community can thrive and b...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    Montessori Preschool Teacher(s)

    Montessori Preschool Teacher(s)

    Laughter EducareFremont, California, United States
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Laughter Educare Montessori Preschool (LEP).Fremont is dedicated to enriching the lives of both students and staff.Conveniently located on Warm Springs Blvd near I-880 and I-680, it is surrounded b...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago