Applied Medical·Rancho Santa Margarita, California
The Preschool Teacher will provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment while fostering the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children. Responsibilities include planning developmentally appropriate curriculum, maintaining licensing compliance, and building strong relationships with families.
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.
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.
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.
$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.
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.