Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Educator

Enlighten Preschool is seeking an experienced Early Childhood professional to join our teaching team in a play-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired, early care and education program.

The ideal candidate will love working with young children, have a professional, nurturing demeanor and dedication to the profession, to young children, and to their families. Must have excellent spoken and written command of English, experience in emergent curriculum, an appreciation and understanding of co-learning with children.

Candidates should enjoy working in a team-approach, with the belief that children deserve to be with adults that live with integrity, honesty and respect for others. Educators must display confidence, poise, professionalism, good communication skills, and the ability to be highly flexible. Must be able to multi-task, pay attention to detail, have a good sense of humor, and be a self-starter.

Our curriculum is rich in a well-balanced combination of child and teacher initiated projects in order to support the child’s emerging interests as observed through play, photography and documentation, as inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. There is a strong emphasis in creating an environment that supports reflective thinking for both children and staff, developing deep, meaningful relationships with the entire learning community, the environment, and helping children grow in awareness of others and respect for all.

Candidate must have a keen understanding of the competency of all children with a deep commitment to reflective practice. Candidates with Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood or Human Development preferred, all candidates must have a minimum 12 units in Early Childhood Education and at least 1 years experience working with children ages 2-5.

Benefits include Enlighten student tuition discounts for children, health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan.

Program Description:

We have two locations:

Location one: 1921 Clarinda Way, San Jose, CA 95124

Location two: 525 Giuffrida Ave, San Jose, CA 95123

Job Types: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person