BlueSkies for children is a national model for early care and education, and is the only child care center in Oakland accredited by The National Association for the Education of Young Children. We provide a balanced program of nurturing and enrichment all day and all year for children from infancy through age five. We are looking for committed teachers who are looking for an environment where they:
- Create a classroom setting where children’s social and emotional growth are supported
- Provide balanced programs that are nurturing and enriching, and are based on principles of respect for: Children’s unfolding growth process
Children’s individual temperament
Proven principles of early childhood development
The needs of an individual as part of a society - Are supported in their professional growth and expanding their teaching skills
This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday.
BlueSkies offers full-time employees:
- Competitive salaries
- Support for professional and educational growth
- Fully-covered health benefits (including vision), dental, and optional life insurance
- Paid sick and vacation leave
- Employer matched IRA
- Tuition assistance for children of employees (space permitting)
- Employee assistance program
Ideal candidates will have:- AA or BA in Early Childhood (minimum qualification is 12 units)
- Experience working in a play-based program where children are guided in a flexible, subtle manner
- Commitment to the BlueSkies philosophy and approach
- Ability to adapt to changes
- Strong communication skills
- Skills working in a collaborative team environment
BlueSkies is a multicultural community, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds and beliefs.
