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Description: Under the general supervision of the Program Director, we are seeking professional, passionate, and energetic individuals who can successfully manage a preschool classroom, develop lesson plans, and effectively promote emotional, physical, mental, and social wellbeing in a classroom environment.  The Holly Preschool program strives to create an environment inspiring each child’s individual creativity and self-expression. Children participate in arts/crafts, music, body movement, basic science, cognitive games, creative/dramatic play, cooking, circle and story time, fine and gross motor skill building, and phonics awareness. This is a classroom position, not an administrative/office position. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES ( illustrative only ): • Plan, organize, and implement activities that support early childhood education and socialization. • Lead a variety of activities including, but not limited to, arts and crafts, organized games, story time, music/singing activities, science, cooking, early writing skills, and interactive circle time. • Ensure proper safety precautions are observed. • Maintain and care for supplies, equipment, and the facility. • Report any supply requests and facility maintenance needs. • Set up daily snacks, change diapers and support toilet training. • Help with preparation of monthly newsletter. • Complete assigned paperwork, including timecards and incident and accident reports. • Communicate regularly with parents and staff to disseminate information and build positive relationships. • Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Must have knowledge of early childhood education principles, curriculum development, and best practices. • Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Completion of 12 units of Early Childhood Education including the four core classes: Child/Human Growth & Development; Child/Family/Community or Child and Family Relations; and Programs/Curriculum. • Completion of 24 units of Early Childhood Education including the four core classes: Child/Human Growth & Development; Child/Family/Community or Child and Family Relations; and Programs/Curriculum is preferred. • Possessing a valid California Driver’s License is preferred. • Have 1 - 2 years’ experience working with children ages 2 – 5 years in a preschool or childcare setting is preferred.