Preschool Teacher
@ Merryhill SchoolPreschool Teacher
About the job
Merryhill School offers private education across several states, focusing on early literacy, phonics, and socio-emotional skills. Teachers serve as mentors, creating engaging classrooms, supporting student growth, and providing professional development opportunities. Benefits include insurance, 401k, and tuition discounts.
Requirements
- 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Creating lesson plans and activities
- Supporting child development
Qualifications
- High school diploma required
- Early childhood coursework preferred
- Child Development Associate credential optional
- Strong communication skills
Full job description
Merryhill School is a community of private schools dedicated to helping students become confident, resilient, and independent learners. Our educational journey begins with an academically focused preschool experience grounded in early literacy, phonics, and mathematics, then progresses through a challenging, well-rounded elementary and middle school curriculum.
Through the Merryhill Method, students embrace meaningful challenges while developing the academic and interpersonal skills needed to thrive. Educators serve as trusted mentors who create engaging learning environments, provide personalized guidance, and help students discover what they are capable of achieving. With schools across California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas, Merryhill is supported by Spring Education Group and offers employees opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and continued career growth.
What We Offer
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid holidays and sick days
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401k plan with company match
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Tuition discounts for your children
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Professional development
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Education reimbursement and partnerships
About the Role
As a Two's Teacher at Merryhill School, you’ll play a central role in nurturing the growth, curiosity, and early development of our youngest learners. Two-year-olds thrive with structure, exploration, and warm, responsive caregiving—and your classroom will provide the secure, joyful spaces they need to build confidence and independence.
You will also:
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Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate curriculum focused on sensory exploration, early language, gross and fine motor development, and social-emotional growth
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Foster a consistent and comforting daily routine that supports students’ need for structure and security
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Encourage independence through gentle guidance, responsive caregiving, and purposeful play
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Collaborate with fellow early childhood educators and school leadership to ensure alignment in instructional practices and care standards
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Communicate daily with parents through verbal updates, digital reports, and informal check-ins
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment aligned with licensing standards and school policies
What We’re Looking For
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12 semester (or 18 quarter) units in Early Childhood Education, including coursework in child development, curriculum, and family/community
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Experience working with two-year-olds in a licensed child care setting preferred
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Deep patience, nurturing instincts, and a genuine love for infants and early learning
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Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with both children and families
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Reliable, collaborative, and committed to high-quality care and education
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