Preschool Teacher

Who We Are

The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,080 full‑time and part‑time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.

The Community Services Department provides exceptional cultural, educational, recreational, and social services to enhance and maintain a high quality of life and attractive physical environment in the Beverly Hills community. The Community Services Department consists of Administrative Support, Arts & Culture Division, Beverly Hills Public Library, Farmers' Market, Greystone Mansion & Gardens, and the Recreation and Parks Division. The Recreation and Parks Division is responsible for providing recreation and enrichment programs for all ages, parks and community center programming and management, and community events, sports, and aquatics activities.

The Division also manages the Joint Powers Agreement with the Beverly Hills Unified School District and operates the historic Greystone Mansion and Estate. The Division maintains diverse and innovative recreation and cultural programming and services for the community.

We’re looking for an experienced and organized Preschool Teacher to lead and inspire young learners in a dynamic and supportive environment. In this role, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing engaging lesson plans, supervising preschool‑age children, and managing classroom activities that promote their development. You’ll create a safe, clean environment and communicate effectively with parents about their child’s progress and daily activities.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of paid preschool teaching experience in a licensed preschool setting and a strong foundation in early childhood development. You’ll also assist new staff in learning departmental practices and protocols, helping to foster a team‑oriented and inclusive classroom culture. We are looking for someone who is passionate about child development, can manage child behavior effectively, and is experienced with the challenges of a licensed preschool.

Familiarity with Title 22 regulations is highly desirable. In addition to supervising the classroom, you’ll be involved in executing the curriculum, supporting school activities, and working collaboratively with your team to maintain a positive learning environment. If you are someone who thrives on communication, flexibility, and cooperation, we would love to hear from you!

Program hours are Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 2:30pm. Shift start and end time may vary depending on the needs of the program.

• Part‑time Regular employees are eligible for health and retirement benefits.
• All part‑time, temporary, and seasonal workers are at‑will employees.
• Part‑time Regular employees are appointed work a minimum of 25 hours per week.

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Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of paid preschool teaching experience.

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by 12 semester or equivalent quarter units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development completed at an accredited or approved college or university.

License and Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain/complete within 60 days of hire:

• Valid CPR certification
• 15 hours of health and safety training that should include the following components:
  Pediatric First Aid;
  Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); a preventative health course or courses that include instruction in the recognition, management, and prevention of infectious diseases, including immunizations, and prevention of childhood injuries. The training may include instruction in sanitary food handling, emergency preparedness and evacuation, and caring for children with special needs.