KENSINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOLS·Laguna Niguel, California
The teacher will lead a preschool class by designing instruction and following a Montessori curriculum to meet individual student needs. Key duties include teaching basic reading and math, developing students' social-emotional skills, and communicating progress to parents.
Competitive salary Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensations Career Advancement Opportunities Great Work Environment Job Summary We are seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team! You will be leading a class of students through the school year, assessing their current academic level, and designing instruction to meet students’ collective and individual needs.
You are passionate about learning and helping students reach their potential. With strong creative and problem-solving skills, you love connecting with individual students and creating an engaging classroom environment.
Follow a comprehensive Montessori curriculum Teach beginning reading and math skills Assist children with developing social and emotional skills Use a range of instructional methods and learning techniques Communicate with parents and other school personnel Assess student's skills and performance to ensure they are meeting developmental milestones
Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management Excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines Problem-solving and mediation skills
Candidates must have a strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in classroom management. Proficiency in verbal and written communication, as well as knowledge of health and safety guidelines, is required.
Market context
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.