Early Childhood Educator - Toddler Teacher

Little moments create lifelong impact, and your passion belongs where it truly matters. At Rising Star Preschool in San Diego, CA, you'll step into a full-time Early Childhood Educator - Toddler Teacher role where your skills are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work helps shape confident, curious young learners every single day.

We offer $23- $26 per hour, along with these fantastic benefits

• Trainings
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible schedule
• Growth opportunities
• Mentor/apprentice program

This is more than a teaching role-it's a place to build a meaningful career.

Our mission

• As a nonprofit serving San Diego's underserved communities, our mission goes beyond providing safe, nurturing care and quality early education for children ages 0-5-we also connect families with vital social services, mental health support, and job training opportunities in early childhood education.
• Our team is empowered, collaborative, and united by a passion for making a real difference in the lives of children and families.
• Here, your voice matters, and your professional growth is a top priority!
• We offer ongoing training and enrichment, helping you earn the credentials you need to advance your career.
• If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where you can have fun, grow, and genuinely impact your community, join us!

Your schedule as our early childhood educator - Toddler teacher

You'll enjoy a reliable weekday schedule with consistent hours, choosing between 8:00 am–5:00 pm or 7:00 am–4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

YOUR DAY

As our Early Childhood Educator - Toddler Teacher, you guide toddlers through safe, engaging experiences that spark curiosity and confidence, while maintaining a clean, well-supervised classroom where children feel emotionally secure. You plan and lead age-appropriate activities that encourage language growth, motor skill development, and early problem-solving. You model positive behaviors, help children navigate emotions, and support cooperation and independence. Throughout the day, you assist with daily routines such as meals, diapering, rest, and transitions while encouraging self-help skills, and you remain connected with families and teammates by sharing updates, documenting progress, and working together to support each child's development.

Requirements

• Completion of 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units, including core courses in child development, from an accredited college
• 6+ months of experience working with young children
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development
• 1+ years of experience working with toddlers (ages 18–36 months)
• Infant/Toddler specialization or additional ECE units focused on this age group
• Strong classroom management and curriculum planning experience
• Bilingual (e.g., English/Spanish)

Are you ready for this exciting opportunity?

Apply today through our quick, mobile-friendly application for this Early Childhood Educator - Toddler Teacher role - it takes just minutes and puts you one step closer to a career you'll be proud of.

Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screening test.