Join our fun collaborative team of educators!
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?
Our core values at Discovery focus on creating a child-centered environment within a structure of professional and knowledgable educators. Among these educators we expect the most nurturing and passionate early childhood lovers! A Discovery educator is not only knowledgable and nurturing, they are passionate and creative with their curriculum design. Discovery educators are great communicators and enjoy collaborating with their colleagues and our greater school community! If you LOVE early childhood education and you have a passion for creating beautiful school environments while collaborating with others, this could be the place for you!
WHY BE A PRESCHOOL EDUCATOR AT DISCOVERY?
Discovery Preschool and Family Center is a family owned, close knit team of passionate and friendly team players. When we’re looking for candidates to join our team, we look to find people who will bring inspiration, a sense of humor, professionalism, and kindness each day! Working here, you’ll make life-long friends and develop a support system from all of us! Bring your knowledge and be open to learn from all of us too!
PERKS
Once per week, meet with your team to discuss children the program.
Be inspired four times per year during our professional development days
Family-friendly work environment; 50% employee discount for childcare, flexible schedules, paid vacations, paid holidays, sick pay and more…
Medical benefits* 50% employee cost coverage
Fun and creative work environment
LIVE THE SANTA CRUZ LIFESTYLE
If you’re looking for a move to Santa Cruz, we can help! Santa Cruz is a beautiful community fostering a rich outdoor lifestyle. From the redwoods to the surf, you’ll find everything in-between. We have the arts, theater, sports, and so much more! Some of our educators spend their time after work surfing, mountain biking, starring in theater productions, and enjoying the beautiful trails right out their back doors. Moving into a new community can be a challenge, and we’d happily help connect you with support in housing, networking, social groups and more!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provide developmental care and supervision to children enrolled at Discovery; implement Reggio methods of curriculum design; establish and maintain supportive relationships with children and parents. Collaborate with colleagues to create an inspiring learning environment and maintain professional relationships with the community.
BENEFITS*: Full time employees will enjoy 40 hours of vacation pay per year, Paid Federal Holidays, 24 hours of sick pay, 50% employer paid medical insurance, 50% tuition deduction for employee’s children (up to $5,000 deduction per year), professional development opportunities and more…
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of 12 ECE units required
Associate's Degree in Child Development or equivalent is preferred
Recommended is a minimum of two years preschool teaching experience
START DATE: TBD
TO APPLY:
Email the following to scdiscoverypreschool@gmail.com
Cover letter
Resume
FOR QUESTIONS: Please email: scdiscoverypreschool@gmail.com