⚠️ Important Requirement: To be considered for this role, applicants must have completed at least 12 core units in Child Development. Please only apply if you have completed coursework in the following areas:
Child/Human Growth & Development
Child, Family, and Community
Program/Curriculum
One additional elective (e.g., Infant, School-Age, etc.)
Our Location
Solana Beach, CA Job Type: Part-Time Mon–Fri (Consistent Shift: 8:00AM-1:45PM with extra hours until 4PM occasionally. Salary Range: $21.50-$23.00 / hour (Depending on experience and credentials)
About Our Center
At Solana Beach Presbyterian Preschool, we know that early childhood educators are true professionals. We believe in a play based approach to learning, where kids are encouraged to explore and teachers are empowered to create.
Why You’ll Love Working Here Generous
● No Heavy Nightly Cleaning: While teachers maintain a safe, organized space during the day, we employ a professional cleaning crew to handle the heavy sanitizing and deep cleaning every night.
● Benefits Package: 401K, retirement, health/dental/life insurance even if you’re part time, vacation & sick hours.
A Day in the Life of a Lead Teacher
You won’t just be supervising; you’ll be facilitating discovery. On any given day, you will:
● Create and implement engaging, child-led learning experiences based on our play-based curriculum framework.
● Connect with parents through Brightwheel.
● Collaborate with your team during paid staff meetings to share ideas.
What We’re Looking For
The Must-Haves (Minimum Qualifications):
● High school diploma or equivalent.
● At least 12 units of child development college courses.
● At least some experience working with children aged 2–5.
● A warm, empathetic communication style with both children and adults.
● Ability to pass a mandatory state background check and fingerprinting.
Our Onboarding Promise
All new educators at Solana Beach Presbyterian Preschool are given consistent one on one meetings with a mentor teacher.
