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Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher


Job Location:

Glendora, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 27 - 33
Posted: 17 October 2026 (8 days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary
Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Child Development Programs provide instruction of preschool aged children and educational exercises for parents. Provide meaningful learning and recreational activities for preschool aged children. Employ a range of instructional techniques and strategies to enhance student progress and establish a productive classroom environment.

Requirements / Qualifications

Knowledge of: Child guidance principles and practices and an understanding of the goals and objectives of a preschool program. Emotional physical and mental variations and needs of preschool and elementary school aged children. Curriculum development. Basic subjects taught in the District schools including arithmetic grammar spelling language and reading sufficient to direct students with learning exercises or projects. Computer and multimedia equipment operations including common office productivity software internet and computer-aided teaching programs. Creative writing skills to prepare and/or adapt age-appropriate class materials and reports. Oral communication skills to convey concepts in classroom and community-based settings and work cooperatively with a diverse population of children and to:Perform the responsibilities of the position including delivery of instruction in classroom and play settings. Understand the needs and differences of children and to reach and motivate them. Balance emotional support and discipline to deal with behavior problems. Observe categorize evaluate and critique the performance of preschool children. Learn interpret and apply District State and Federal requirements and objectives for academic achievement. Prepare curriculum and set up assignments tests and student projects. Develop and maintain a productive and safe classroom environment. Organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively. Communicate in a professional manner in both formal and informal settings with students fellow staff and parents.

Education and Experience:Any combination equivalent to: completion of 40 approved college transfer units to include 24 college units in Child Development or Early Childhood education. May require an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Alternatively a Bachelors Degree with 12 college units in Child Development and earning a total 24 units of Child Development within the first year of and Other Requirements:May require a valid California Drivers permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Aid/CPR certification with pediatric endorsement. PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING ALONG WITH A COMPLETED APPLICATION:

  • Certificate Copy (Copy of State of California Child Development Teacher Permit)
  • CPR/First Aid Certification (With Pediatric Endorsement)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two current - within one year)
  • Resume
Requirements / Qualifications

Knowledge of: Child guidance principles and practices and an understanding of the goals and objectives of a preschool program. Emotional physical and mental variations and needs of preschool and elementary school aged children. Curriculum development. Basic subjects taught in the District schools including arithmetic grammar spelling language and reading sufficient to direct students with learning exercises or projects. Computer and multimedia equipment operations including common office productivity software internet and computer-aided teaching programs. Creative writing skills to prepare and/or adapt age-appropriate class materials and reports. Oral communication skills to convey concepts in classroom and community-based settings and work cooperatively with a diverse population of children and to:Perform the responsibilities of the position including delivery of instruction in classroom and play settings. Understand the needs and differences of children and to reach and motivate them. Balance emotional support and discipline to deal with behavior problems. Observe categorize evaluate and critique the performance of preschool children. Learn interpret and apply District State and Federal requirements and objectives for academic achievement. Prepare curriculum and set up assignments tests and student projects. Develop and maintain a productive and safe classroom environment. Organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively. Communicate in a professional manner in both formal and informal settings with students fellow staff and parents.

Education and Experience:Any combination equivalent to: completion of 40 approved college transfer units to include 24 college units in Child Development or Early Childhood education. May require an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Alternatively a Bachelors Degree with 12 college units in Child Development and earning a total 24 units of Child Development within the first year of and Other Requirements:May require a valid California Drivers permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Aid/CPR certification with pediatric endorsement. PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING ALONG WITH A COMPLETED APPLICATION:

  • Certificate Copy (Copy of State of California Child Development Teacher Permit)
  • CPR/First Aid Certification (With Pediatric Endorsement)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two current - within one year)
  • Resume
Comments and Other Information
**Notice to Applicants**Email is the primary form of communication for this recruitment. Please monitor your email account including your spam folder on a regular basis for any related SCHEDULE: *Dates are subject to change*Potential Exam Date: Week of November 9 2026Potential Panel Interview: Week of November 16 2026Glendora Unified School District is committed to maintaining a safe respectful and abuse-free environment for all students. The District maintains zero tolerance for the mistreatment abuse or neglect of students in any District program or activity. Any employee volunteer or individual acting on behalf of the District who engages in such conduct will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment or volunteer service. The District will report concerns to and cooperate fully with law enforcement and other appropriate authorities as required by law.
Comments and Other Information

**Notice to Applicants**Email is the primary form of communication for this recruitment. Please monitor your email account including your spam folder on a regular basis for any related SCHEDULE: *Dates are subject to change*Potential Exam Date: Week of November 9 2026Potential Panel Interview: Week of November 16 2026Glendora Unified School District is committed to maintaining a safe respectful and abuse-free environment for all students. The District maintains zero tolerance for the mistreatment abuse or neglect of students in any District program or activity. Any employee volunteer or individual acting on behalf of the District who engages in such conduct will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment or volunteer service. The District will report concerns to and cooperate fully with law enforcement and other appropriate authorities as required by law.

Required Experience:

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