Job Description
Preschool Teacher (Little Explorers), Early Learning Program PC# 2137 at Monterey County Office Of Education
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
2/2/2026
Contact
Amanda Fullmer
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$213.91 - $273.03 Daily
Length of Work Year
M-F; 8Hrs; 210 Days
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Summary Job Summary
Under general supervision of the Site Supervisor, Site Manager or Child Development Services Coordinator, teaches an assigned group of students using developmentally appropriate practices and by creating an environment, in which 3-5 year old children can experiment, make choices, solve problems and share their experiences with others. Participates in and attends parent education and parent involvement activities.
Requirements / Qualifications Education and Experience: - Possession of an Associate degree in early childhood education from an accredited college/university OR Associate degree in any other field with coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education - Hold a valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher - Completed coursework must include, with a grade C or better, in at least one of the following core areas: -- Child/Human growth and development -- Child Family and community or Child and Family Relations -- ECE curriculum course - Possession of at least 175 days of teaching experience with preschool aged children in a group setting (at least 50 hours of experience must be in an instructional capacity in a child care or development program working at least 3 hours per day in a six month period within the last two years) Licenses and Certifications: - Possession of a valid California Driver's License and the availability of an automobile with at least the state minimum insurance coverage required by law - Attain and maintain proof of completion of 16 hours of training in preventative health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid compliant with Title - 22 regulations
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher)
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications Education and Experience: - Possession of an Associate degree in early childhood education from an accredited college/university OR Associate degree in any other field with coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education - Hold a valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher - Completed coursework must include, with a grade C or better, in at least one of the following core areas: -- Child/Human growth and development -- Child Family and community or Child and Family Relations -- ECE curriculum course - Possession of at least 175 days of teaching experience with preschool aged children in a group setting (at least 50 hours of experience must be in an instructional capacity in a child care or development program working at least 3 hours per day in a six month period within the last two years) Licenses and Certifications: - Possession of a valid California Driver's License and the availability of an automobile with at least the state minimum insurance coverage required by law - Attain and maintain proof of completion of 16 hours of training in preventative health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid compliant with Title - 22 regulations
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher)
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Desirable Qualifications: - Experience in developing parent or volunteer training programs - Experience with evaluating work methods or results - Bilingual, English/Spanish All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Transcript Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. NOTE: This position is grant-funded. The grant is expected to end 6/30/2026.
Comments and Other Information
Desirable Qualifications: - Experience in developing parent or volunteer training programs - Experience with evaluating work methods or results - Bilingual, English/Spanish All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Transcript Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. NOTE: This position is grant-funded. The grant is expected to end 6/30/2026.
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16 hours, Full time, Work at office