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Preschool Teacher

Applied Medical

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#Physical Development
#Childcare Center
#Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 months agoCloses Feb 24

Location

Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Quick overview

The Preschool Teacher will be responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment while fostering the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of preschool-aged children. Key duties include supervising children, planning developmentally appropriate curriculum, collaborating with the teaching team, and maintaining strong family relationships.

Requirements summary

The minimum requirement includes 12 core semester units in Early Childhood Education plus 3 units in Infant/Toddler studies, and eligibility for the California Child Development Program Associate Teacher Permit or higher. Candidates must also have experience working with preschool children in a licensed childcare center and comply with all health and background check requirements.

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Job description

Position Description

  • AppliedKid’s is seeking a dedicated and creative Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team.
  • In this role, you will provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment for preschool-aged children while fostering their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
  • Key Responsibilities Supervise preschool children at all times while ensuring compliance with licensing, safety, and accreditation standards.
  • Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities that meet the needs of the whole child and reflect individual interests.
  • Collaborate with teaching team members to design, evaluate, and enhance classroom routines, curriculum, and learning environments in accordance with ITERS, ECERS, and QRIS guidelines.
  • Build strong relationships with families through regular communication, parent-teacher meetings, and developmental updates.
  • Maintain accurate child records, assessments, and documentation in alignment with Community Care Licensing Title 22” Create a culturally responsive and inclusive classroom that promotes respect and celebrates diversity.
  • Participate in professional development, training, and staff meetings to implement early education best practices.

Position Requirements

This position requires the following skills and attributes

Minimum of 12 core semester units in ECE plus 3 units in Infant/Toddler studies. Eligible for the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Child Development Program Associate Teacher Permit or higher. Experience working with preschool children in a licensed childcare center. Compliance with all health, background check, and immunization requirements for childcare employment.

Preferred

The following skills and attributes are preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, or equivalent experience. Familiar with California Infant/Toddler Preschool Foundations and California Health and Human Services' Community Care Licensing Division Title 22, Division 12.

Benefits

Competitive compensation range

$22- $29 / hour (California). Comprehensive benefits package. Training and mentorship opportunities. On-campus wellness activities. Education reimbursement program. 401(k) program with discretionary employer match. Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule. Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply. Our total reward package reflects our commitment to employee growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life. All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements. Equal Opportunity Employer Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Training
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Mentorship Opportunities
  • Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Generous Vacation Accrual
  • 401(k) Program With Discretionary Employer Match
  • On-campus Wellness Activities

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Applied Medical

As a new generation medical device company, Applied Medical is focused on meeting three fundamental healthcare needs: enhanced clinical outcomes, cost containment and unrestricted choice. Our vertically integrated programs in design, development, manufacturing, and distribution...

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IndustryMedical Equipment Manufacturing
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
HQRancho Santa Margarita, CA
Founded1987

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Market context

California preschool teachers remain in steady demand

In California, preschool teacher roles are commonly sought by early learning programs serving working families, and employers often look for candidates with the required ECE units plus strong communication and child-centered experience. These positions can be competitive because schedules, classroom support, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and holiday pay vary by site. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your ECE units and prepare examples of your work with young children before applying.

Salary benchmark

$43,772 avg / yr

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Typical range: $37,440–$53,560 based on 300 active listings in California

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