Crescent Park Child Development Center
4161 Alma St.
Palo Alto, CA 94306
650-322-9668
Start Date: June 1, 2014
Crescent Park Child Development Center is seeking an experienced early childhood professional to join our teaching team in a play-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired, early care and education program.
The ideal candidate will love working with young children, have a professional, nurturing demeanor and dedication to the profession, to young children, and to their families. Must have excellent spoken and written command of English, experience in emergent curriculum, an appreciation and understanding of co-learning with children.
Candidates should enjoy working in a team-approach, with the belief that children deserve to be with adults that live with integrity, honesty and respect for others. Educators must display confidence, poise, professionalism, good communication skills, and the ability to be highly flexible. Must be able to multi-task, pay attention to detail, have a good sense of humor, and be a self-starter.
Our curriculum is rich in a well-balanced combination of child and teacher initiated projects in order to support the child’s emerging interests as observed through play, photography and documentation, as inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. There is a strong emphasis in creating an environment that supports reflective thinking for both children and staff, developing deep, meaningful relationships with the entire learning community, the environment, and helping children grow in awareness of others and respect for all.
Candidate must have a keen understanding of the competency of all children with a deep commitment to reflective practice. Candidates with Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood or Human Development preferred, all candidates must have a minimum 12 units in Early Childhood Education and at least 3 years experience working with children ages 2-5.
Salary range is $18-$25/hr. Excellent benefit package. Exceptional professional development program.
No one will be considered who does not have experience in a classroom with young children, professional preparation in early childhood, child development, or a related field.
Send a cover letter, resume, and a brief description of your educational philosophy to Julia Hill-Wright at julia@crescentparkpreschool.org.
Crescent Park Child Development Center is licensed for 66 children, ages 2-5, in a multi-aged mixed setting and is located on a beautiful campus in south Palo Alto. The center operates a year round, play-based, child-centered program and is well-known for its magical and nurturing environment, intimate teacher/family relationships and community-based professional development opportunities.
Julia Hill-Wright
julia@crescentparkpreschool.org
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