Description

Infant & Toddler Teacher (Full-Time)

Temecula & Murrieta Locations
(Position designated to support both campuses)

Do you believe the earliest years are the most powerful?

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time Infant & Toddler Teacher who understands that nurturing care, responsive relationships, and intentional play lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning. This position will serve both our Temecula and Murrieta locations, with the employee designated to support and work at both campuses as needed.

Our Mission

To illuminate young minds for a brighter tomorrow through research-based play, safeguard every child’s day, and elevate educators’ lives, hand in hand with families.

Our Vision

Give back
Teach 1,000 children daily
Champion 100 educators
Build lasting opportunities for our communities

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Child Development & Classroom Practices

Provide nurturing, responsive, and individualized care for infants and toddlers
Build secure attachments through consistent, relationship-based caregiving
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum
Support sensory, fine motor, gross motor, language, and social-emotional development
Maintain predictable routines while adapting to individual child needs
Conduct ongoing observations and document developmental milestones
Complete DRDP assessments (as applicable)

Health, Safety & Supervision

Maintain constant active supervision of children at all times
Ensure a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
Follow all health and sanitation procedures, including diapering and feeding protocols
Respond appropriately to children’s physical and emotional needs
Maintain compliance with California Title 22 regulations and licensing standards
Implement emergency procedures as needed

Family Partnerships

Communicate daily with families regarding routines, milestones, and developmental progress
Support family goals and cultural practices within the classroom
Participate in parent conferences and program events

Professional Responsibilities

Collaborate with teaching team and leadership
Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions
Maintain required documentation and classroom records
Uphold confidentiality and professional standards
Support both Temecula and Murrieta campuses as assigned

Why You’ll Love Working With Us – Full-Time Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Retirement plan options
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Paid trainings and continued education support
Clear pathways for career growth and advancement
A supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment that truly values educators

Position Details

Full-Time
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Designated to work at both our Temecula and Murrieta campuses

If you are passionate about nurturing the youngest learners, partnering with families, and growing as an educator in a mission-driven program, we would love to welcome you to our team.

Requirements

Physical Responsibilities

Frequently lift and carry children weighing up to 40 pounds
Sit on the floor for extended periods and engage in floor-level play
Bend, kneel, squat, and reach throughout the day
Stand and walk for extended periods of time
Safely lift infants in and out of cribs and changing stations
Push strollers or evacuation cribs as needed
Perform diapering and toileting routines
Maintain visual and auditory supervision at all times
Respond quickly in emergency situations
Perform classroom cleaning and sanitizing duties

Required Qualifications

ECE Units required under California Title 22 for Infant/Toddler Teachers (including Infant/Toddler units, as applicable)
Ability to pass a criminal background check
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Valid California Teaching Permit or willingness to obtain upon hire
A calm, patient, and nurturing approach with a genuine passion for early childhood development

Bonus Qualifications (Preferred)

Knowledge of DRDP (Infant/Toddler) implementation
Basic knowledge of the Environment Rating Scale (ITERS)
Experience working in an infant or toddler classroom

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