Preschool Teacher
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Key details
- Location
- San Jose, CA, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Function
- Education & Training
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 4w ago
About the role
Preschool Teacher – Merryhill School
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays and sick days
401k plan with company match
Tuition discounts for your children
Professional development
Education reimbursement and partnerships
About the RoleAs an Preschool Teacher at Merryhill School, you will help lay the foundation for lifelong learning by creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich environment for our youngest students. Whether working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children, you will foster curiosity, independence, and confidence through purposeful play and hands-on learning. Your classroom will be a warm, joyful space where each child feels supported and celebrated.
You will also:
Plan, supervise, and implement age-appropriate curriculum focused on early literacy, language development, math concepts, motor skills, and social-emotional growth
Create a classroom culture that nurtures each child’s individuality while promoting curiosity and confidence
Provide a structured yet playful environment through intentional, developmentally appropriate activities
Collaborate with fellow educators and school leadership to align with program goals and best practices
Maintain regular, positive communication with families through daily updates, reports, and conferences
Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, licensing regulations, and developmental standards
What We’re Looking For
12 semester (or 18 quarter) ECE units covering child development, child/family/community, and curriculum; or a bachelor’s degree in Child Development
Child Development Associate Certification CDA) preferred
Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Prior early childhood teaching experience preferred
Ability to support a safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays and sick days
401k plan with company match
Tuition discounts for your children
Professional development
Education reimbursement and partnerships
About the RoleAs an Preschool Teacher at Merryhill School, you will help lay the foundation for lifelong learning by creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich environment for our youngest students. Whether working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children, you will foster curiosity, independence, and confidence through purposeful play and hands-on learning. Your classroom will be a warm, joyful space where each child feels supported and celebrated.
You will also:
Plan, supervise, and implement age-appropriate curriculum focused on early literacy, language development, math concepts, motor skills, and social-emotional growth
Create a classroom culture that nurtures each child’s individuality while promoting curiosity and confidence
Provide a structured yet playful environment through intentional, developmentally appropriate activities
Collaborate with fellow educators and school leadership to align with program goals and best practices
Maintain regular, positive communication with families through daily updates, reports, and conferences
Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, licensing regulations, and developmental standards
What We’re Looking For
12 semester (or 18 quarter) ECE units covering child development, child/family/community, and curriculum; or a bachelor’s degree in Child Development
Child Development Associate Certification CDA) preferred
Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Prior early childhood teaching experience preferred
Ability to support a safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment