The Room to Grow is a small, mixed-age learning community for children ages two to five, inspired by the respectful and holistic practices of RIE and Reggio - implementing a inquiry based environment and emergent curriculum. We’re a supportive and collaborative team of reflective teachers looking for one more full time educator to join us in actualizing our new two year old cohort in partnership with the mixed-age community. 

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We’re especially excited about candidates with experience and passion for two year olds and young threes.

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What You’ll Do:

• Design and facilitate emergent, play-based curriculum rooted in developmental best practice and children's interests

• Create engaging, exploration-friendly classroom environments

• Integrate outdoor learning, community experiences and real-world connections into the curriculum

• Use pedagogical documentation to track learning and inform planning

• Support children in developing self-awareness, communication skills, independence and self-regulation

• Build strong, trusting partnerships with families

• Collaborate closely with teaching partners and engage in ongoing professional reflection and development

• Maintain a safe, healthy, welcoming and licensing-compliant classroom

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Minimum Qualifications:

• 12+ ECE units

• 2+ years preschool teaching experience

• Strong grasp of child development and developmentally appropriate practice with an emphasis on toddlers

• Familiarity with emergent curriculum, inquiry and Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including team collaboration

• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective practice

• Meets California licensing requirements for preschool teachers

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Preferred Qualifications:

• AA/BA in ECE, Child Development, or related field; 24+ ECE units

• Experience in Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based or progressive settings

• Experience with pedagogical documentation and project work

• Specialized skills in music/movement, yoga/mindfulness, visual arts, or nature-based education

• Mixed-age classroom experience; bilingual a plus

• Knowledge of anti-bias and inclusive teaching practices

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Compensation & Benefits:

Starting at $28/hour, depending on experience.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan; paid time off; paid holidays and school breaks; professional development stipend and support; and collaborative planning time.

 

Please no phone calls.

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Job Type: Full-time

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Benefits:

 

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

 

Education:

 

• High school or equivalent (Required)

 

Experience:

 

• preschool teaching: 2 years (Required)

 

Location: Oakland (Rockridge District). Be within reasonable commute before starting