2,132 Early Years Education jobs in the United States

• Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that align with early learning standards.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery.
• Observe and assess children's development, documenting progress and identifying individual needs.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development among children.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children under your care, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
• Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress and daily activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped learning space.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum and share best practices.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Uphold the center's mission and values in all interactions.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare setting.
• Knowledge of child development theories and best practices in early childhood education.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a nurturing disposition.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with state licensing regulations for childcare facilities.
• Background check clearance required.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive preschool curriculum.
• Plan and lead daily activities, including circle time, art, music, and outdoor play.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Assess children's development through observation and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's progress and well-being.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences.
• Guide and supervise assistant teachers and classroom aides.
• Ensure the classroom is clean, organized, and well-maintained.
• Adhere to all licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Foster positive social-emotional development and classroom behavior management.

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching preschool-aged children.
• Wisconsin Registry certificate or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of NAEYC standards and best practices in early childhood education.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for children.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12 th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

Job Title: Pre-K Teacher
Location: 645 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118
Pay Range: $26.00 – $2.00/hour
Employment Type: Full-Time 
Hiring Bonus: $ ,000 (one-time bonus, conditions apply)

As a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at Stratford School, you’ll play a vital role in preparing children aged 4 to 5 for the transition to kindergarten. You’ll lead a warm, engaging classroom where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Stratford’s balanced curriculum blends academic readiness in literacy, math, and science with creative exploration through art, music, and specialty language instruction. Our Pre-K teachers nurture each child’s curiosity while supporting the development of essential 21st-century skills like collaboration, problem-solving, and communication.

This is a wonderful opportunity for enthusiastic, team-oriented educators who are passionate about early learning and looking to grow their careers in a supportive and professional environment.

• $2,000 H ring Bonus (paid after 90 days of employment)
• Competitive Pay: 26.00 – $3 .50/hour
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Work-Life Balance: Paid holidays, sick time, and a predictable weekday schedule
• Stratford Tuition Discount for your child
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training

Lead a joyful, safe, and organized classroom for Pre-K students

Deliver engaging, age-appropriate curriculum focused on whole-child development

Foster social-emotional growth and independence in a nurturing environment

Collaborate with fellow teachers, assistants, and school leadership

Build strong, daily communication with families

Contribute to a positive, inclusive school community

• 12 semester or 18 quarter units in Early Childhood Education (including coursework in child development, child/family/community, and curriculum), or a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development

• A passion for early education, patience, and a joyful, compassionate teaching approach

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Preferred: Previous teaching experience in preschool or early childhood setting

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12 th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

Job Title: Pre-K Teacher
Location: 645 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118
Pay Range: $26.00 – $2.00/hour
Employment Type: Full-Time 
Hiring Bonus: $ ,000 (one-time bonus, conditions apply)

As a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at Stratford School, you’ll play a vital role in preparing children aged 4 to 5 for the transition to kindergarten. You’ll lead a warm, engaging classroom where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Stratford’s balanced curriculum blends academic readiness in literacy, math, and science with creative exploration through art, music, and specialty language instruction. Our Pre-K teachers nurture each child’s curiosity while supporting the development of essential 21st-century skills like collaboration, problem-solving, and communication.

This is a wonderful opportunity for enthusiastic, team-oriented educators who are passionate about early learning and looking to grow their careers in a supportive and professional environment.

• $2,000 H ring Bonus (paid after 90 days of employment)
• Competitive Pay: 26.00 – $3 .50/hour
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Work-Life Balance: Paid holidays, sick time, and a predictable weekday schedule
• Stratford Tuition Discount for your child
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training

Lead a joyful, safe, and organized classroom for Pre-K students

Deliver engaging, age-appropriate curriculum focused on whole-child development

Foster social-emotional growth and independence in a nurturing environment

Collaborate with fellow teachers, assistants, and school leadership

Build strong, daily communication with families

Contribute to a positive, inclusive school community

• 12 semester or 18 quarter units in Early Childhood Education (including coursework in child development, child/family/community, and curriculum), or a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development

• A passion for early education, patience, and a joyful, compassionate teaching approach

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Preferred: Previous teaching experience in preschool or early childhood setting

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Location: 645 14th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94118
Hourly Pay Range: $26.00 – $2.00/hour
Employment Type : Full-Time
Hiring Bonus: 2,000 (one-time bonus, conditions apply)

About the Role:
The Preschool Teacher for this position will  provide day-to-day instructional support across multiple Preschool and Pre-K classrooms at our San Francisco campus. Each morning, you will report to the campus and receive your assignment based on coverage needs. In addition to classroom teaching, you may support with general student supervision or assist the Principal with campus operations. This position plays a vital role in maintaining instructional continuity and a safe, nurturing environment for our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom coverage in Preschool–Pre-K as needed
• Follow established lesson plans or create new ones for long-term assignments
• Supervise and engage children to ensure their safety and well-being
• Support daily classroom routines including nap and snack times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
• Communicate professionally with students, staff, and families
• Assist with administrative or campus-wide support tasks as needed

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and sick days
• Stratford student tuition discount
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within Spring Education Group

Qualifications:

• 12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units), including coursework in:

  • Child Growth and Development
  • Child, Family, and Community
  • Program/Curriculum
    OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development
• Prior experience in a preschool setting preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Professional, dependable, and flexible
• Passion for working with young children

Location: 645 14th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94118
Hourly Pay Range: $26.00 – $2.00/hour
Employment Type : Full-Time
Hiring Bonus: 2,000 (one-time bonus, conditions apply)

About the Role:
The Preschool Teacher for this position will  provide day-to-day instructional support across multiple Preschool and Pre-K classrooms at our San Francisco campus. Each morning, you will report to the campus and receive your assignment based on coverage needs. In addition to classroom teaching, you may support with general student supervision or assist the Principal with campus operations. This position plays a vital role in maintaining instructional continuity and a safe, nurturing environment for our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom coverage in Preschool–Pre-K as needed
• Follow established lesson plans or create new ones for long-term assignments
• Supervise and engage children to ensure their safety and well-being
• Support daily classroom routines including nap and snack times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
• Communicate professionally with students, staff, and families
• Assist with administrative or campus-wide support tasks as needed

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and sick days
• Stratford student tuition discount
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within Spring Education Group

Qualifications:

• 12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units), including coursework in:

  • Child Growth and Development
  • Child, Family, and Community
  • Program/Curriculum
    OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development
• Prior experience in a preschool setting preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Professional, dependable, and flexible
• Passion for working with young children

We are currently looking for someone to work in our Preschool classroom From 8:30am to 1pm 4 mornings a week, Someone to work from 1pm to 4:30/5pm. Three afternoons a week. Or a person to work four full days.

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12 th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

What We Offer

• Pay range: $26.00-$2.50 an hour
• Location: 2322 Crestmoor Drive, San Bruno, CA
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays and sick days
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Student Tuition Discount
• Sign-on Bonus 1,500!

About the Role

As a Preschool teacher at Stratford School, you're responsible for creating a safe and nurturing learning environment for children between the ages of 3 and 5. You will provide a warm, caring, joyful environment that encourages preschoolers’ natural curiosity, and instills confidence in their innate abilities.

You will also…

• Plan, supervise and implement curriculum of reading, writing, and math
• Collaborate with other faculty and staff members
• Communicate daily with parents or guardians
• Maintain a well-organized and engaging classroom environment

What We Are Looking For

• Educational background with 12 semesters or 18 quarter early childhood education units shall include courses that cover the general areas of early child development, child, family, and community, and program/curriculum or a bachelor’s degree in child development
• Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior teaching experience with young students is preferred

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Merryhill School is a multi-location school group with campuses in California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas offering an outstanding private education to preschool, elementary, and middle school age students. Our preschools offer the perfect balance of learning and play, while our elementary and middle schools provide a challenging and robust curriculum, innovative instruction, and a vibrant school community. A career with Merryhill offers opportunities in education, summer camps, before and after school programs, and regional management with the support of our parent company, Spring Education Group.

Preschool Teacher

Merryhill Preschool | A Spring Education Group School

Location: 2855 Karitsa Ave Sacramento, CA  95835

Age Group: Preschool (Ages 3-4 years)

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Hourly Rate: $18-$22 per hour | Based on education and experience

Merryhill Preschool is seeking an experienced, passionate, and driven Preschool Teacher to lead our Preschool classroom at our premier preschool in Sacramento, CA . This is an incredible opportunity for an ambitious, experienced preschool teacher who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering excellence in early childhood education.

What You’ll Do: 

As a Preschool Teacher with Merryhill Preschool, you’ll be responsible for:

• Overseeing daily classroom operations and ensuring full compliance with state licensing regulations

• Designing and implementing thoughtful and intentional lessons in a classroom setting that encourage student growth and development.

• Building meaningful relationships with families and creating a welcoming school culture

• Participate collaboratively and professionally with other teachers and staff. 

What We’re Looking For:

• 12 Core ECE Units in Early Childhood Education.

  • Infant and toddler teachers will be required to have 3 Infant Toddler ECE Units completed. 

  • OR an awarded CDA in the assigned age group. 

• A minimum of 6 months of teaching experience in a licensed preschool or early childhood center.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• The ability to often carry and lift 25 pounds or less and occasionally carrying 25-50 pounds. 

Why Join Merryhill Preschool?

• Part of the Spring Education Group, a leading provider of early childhood education

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture

• Career advancement opportunities across a nationwide network of schools

Competitive pay, full benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities available.

This is not a full job description. One will be provided to you during the interview process.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.