Brella·Pasadena, California
Provide a safe, loving, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers using a play-based curriculum. Collaborate with co-teachers and communicate effectively with families regarding child development and updates.
About Brella Brella is on a mission to create a beloved child care experience for today’s families and the educators who support them.
Founded in 2019 by two busy moms, Brella was created to reimagine child care through a flexible model that meets the needs of modern families while providing children with a high-quality early learning experience.
At Brella, our educators are at the heart of what we do.
We believe great child care starts with caring for the caregiver, which is why we are committed to building an employee experience rooted in belonging, wellbeing, and growth.
Teaching at Brella is a great fit for educators who are adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about making a meaningful impact in early childhood education — whether they are growing their skills in the classroom, exploring leadership opportunities, or building a long-term career in ECE.
Where We're Located Pasadena: 475 S Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101 This center is open Monday-Friday and shifts typically run between 7:45 AM - 6:15 PM.
Our Infant/Toddler Teacher role is an opportunity to focus on a specific age range while diving deeper into our play-based curriculum, planning, flow of day, documentation and communicating effectively with the team, children and parents. As a Brella Infant/Toddler Teacher, You Will Provide a safe and loving environment for children in collaboration with co-teachers Model empathy through respect, response, and gentle guidance Engage as children work with age-appropriate, stimulating, and thoughtful materials Plan and implement Brella curriculum and develop daily modifications as needed per age group or emergent class interests and demonstrate that the target curriculum engagement/quality elements are being achieved Keep the classroom safe by following procedures and guidelines Collaborate and communicate respectfully with coworkers creating positive relationships and center culture Communicate effectively with families during drop off/pick ups and provide curriculum and development updates Experience & Education Requirements: Experience, Knowledge & Abilities At least 18+ years of age with a High School Diploma and 12 Early Childhood Education units including 3 units specific to infant care (Required by Licensing) At least 12+ months of experience working in a licensed child care facility Must meet the requirements of the California Department of Social Services / Licensing Caring for the Caregiver At Brella, we care for our caregivers through competitive pay, meaningful benefits, paid time off, and opportunities to grow and connect. Full-time educators at Brella are eligible for: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Brella-sponsored life insurance and LTD 401(k) eligibility to contribute after 3 months Paid Time Off Sick & Safe Time Paid Holidays Wellness Days at tenure milestones Opportunities for growth and advancement Access to Stanford FIND professional development Referral program Team celebrations and community connection Physical Demands Move comfortably throughout the classroom and center, including lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing, sitting, walking, bending, and standing for extended periods of time Safely interact with and physically support children ages 3 months to 6 years using appropriate child-handling techniques Lift children or classroom materials up to 50 pounds, as needed Maintain the mental and physical alertness needed to supervise children and respond to daily classroom needs Respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations, safety concerns, or emergencies Follow all state, federal, and Brella guidelines related to immunizations, employment physicals, required health and safety training, and safe classroom practices The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed, not an exhaustive list of all essential functions and responsibilities. Qualified applicants or employees with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be 18+ with a high school diploma, 12 ECE units (including 3 in infant care), and at least 12 months of experience in a licensed child care facility. Candidates must meet California Department of Social Services licensing requirements.
Market context
In California, classroom teacher roles often stay competitive because licensed centers look for candidates who can show early childhood classroom leadership, lesson planning, and readiness to meet state compliance steps such as background checks and immunizations. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster and save research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your 12 ECE units and recent classroom experience before submitting.