Mi Mundo en Español is currently looking for qualified people to join our team. Below are the current positions available to join our wonderful staff:

Job Title:
Bilingual preschool Teacher (3 full time and 7 part time positions)

Job Summary:
Teacher will be primarily responsible for carrying out (with other classroom staff) a well-balanced program of age and developmentally-appropriate activities designed to meet the physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs of children in his/her care.

Job Responsibilities:
-Develops and implements a well-balanced program of open-ended, child directed activities, and spontaneous curriculum activities designed to support the children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills.
-Designs and maintains an environment that provides for free exploration and curiosity, and problem solving opportunities. Responsible for the arrangement and appearance of the learning environment at all times.
-Supervises children to ensure a safe and healthy experience.
-Assumes an equal share of the joint housekeeping and teaching responsibilities.
-Conducts classroom observations and documentation to ensure that the program is meeting individual and group needs.
-Makes positive contact with parents every day.
-Assists in planning and presenting parent workshop, conferences, and orientations.
-Maintains a professional attitude and a sense of ethical responsibility at all times.
-Participate in all staff meetings.
-Participate in staff development activities as needed.
-Performs other duties as needed and assigned.
-Maintains an open mind to teaching and learning.

Requirements:
-Knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate practice.
-Experience working with parents
-Must be fully bilingual. Read, write and speak English/Spanish.
-Experience working with diverse populations in a culturally sensitive manner.
-Strong interpersonal and professional skills.
-Excellent customer service skills.
-Ability to communicate effectively with staff and parents.
-Regular attendance and punctuality are essential.
-Prior professional experience in classroom leadership is required.
-Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.

Qualifications:
-Meet Child Development Permit requirements for a Teacher (12 units in ECE and 16 in GE).
-AA/BA degree in Child Development is desired.
-Teacher Child Development Permit desired or must apply within 90 days of employment.
-A minimum of two years paid teaching experience with children 18 months to 5 years.
-Demonstrated bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency.

Time Commitment:
15-40 hours a week. Hours will vary based on program needs Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:30am-5:30pm.

Status:
-Full-Time or Part-Time (Non-Exempt).
-Salary Range $13-$20/hour; compensation depends on previous experience.
-We offer a great work environment.

Applying Procedures:
Please email a complete cover letter detailing your experience, and why you believe you are the right candidate for this position and a complete résumé to the email below.

Contact: Sofia Ramirez
Email: sofia@mimundoenespanol.com
Phone: 805.807.0885