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Shine In A Small Center With A Big Heart
Welcome To A Positive, Supportive, And Rewarding Workplace

Preschool & Childcare Center Serving Vista & Hemet, CA

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Enjoy Supportive Leadership Within A Caring Team Culture

You’re never just a number here. Our experienced directors are approachable and invested in helping every staff member succeed. In our smaller, family-style centers, you’ll enjoy a close-knit work environment and meaningful relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
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Paid Time Off For A Better Work-Life Balance

We know how hard you work, and we want you to be able to keep showing up as your best self. We honor family time and ensure the team gets nourishing rest during major public holidays, and we offer paid time off and vacation days so you can renew and restore.

Insurance & Retirement For Your Healthy Future

We care about our team’s physical and financial health, so you enjoy health insurance with Aflac supplemental plans as part of your package. Plus, with the CalSavers Retirement Fund, you can plan for a secure future.
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Support To Grow, Thrive & Be Your Best

Get the training, workshops, and support you need to grow and rise in the ECE field. We encourage and assist you in pursuing your certifications, permits, or degrees in early childhood education, so you’re constantly improving your skills.

Job Requirements & Qualifications
– Join the Happy Times Team!

We are looking for FUN, dedicated, and passionate early childhood educators to join our warm, family-oriented team. Our ideal candidates are nurturing, organized, and committed to supporting each child’s growth through developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
  • Minimum 12 ECE units, including the following core courses:
    • Child/Human Growth and Development
    • Child, Family, and Community
    • Curriculum or Program Planning (Infant/Toddler units are a plus!)
  • At least 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility
  • Ability to plan engaging activities, complete DRDP assessments, and manage the classroom with positive, child-centered strategies
  • Pay is based on experience and number of completed ECE units
  • Minimum 6 ECE units (Willing to continue professional Development)
  • Experience in a licensed childcare setting preferred
  • Willingness to learn and grow in the field of early childhood education
  • Fingerprint clearance through DOJ/FBI
  • CPR and First Aid certification (can be obtained after hire)
  • Health screening and negative TB test from a licensed physician
  • Proof of immunizations: Pertussis, Measles, and Influenza
  • Physical ability to: Sit, kneel, or bend when working with children
  • Stand for extended periods
  • Move easily around the classroom

Preferred Skills:

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills.
  • A team player who values collaboration, empathy, and professionalism.
  • Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and co-workers

Are you a passionate educator looking to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of young students? We’re looking for teachers to join our team of long-serving, dedicated professionals who spend their days sparking learning and creating joy!

If you’re ready to move into a career that makes a difference, and you:

  • Consider yourself a natural, empathetic leader
  • Have work experience and/or an educational background in ECE
  • Are a strong verbal and written communicator who is somewhat tech-savvy
  • Can physically complete the tasks necessary to care for small children, and
  • Agree with and can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning

then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

Are you a compassionate, motivated person who adores children and wants to break into the field of early childhood education? We’re looking for people like you who want to begin or advance a career providing classroom support to teachers and brightening the lives of the littlest learners.

If you’re ready to move into a career that makes a difference, and you:

  • Are friendly, dependable, and willing to work as an integral part of a classroom team
  • Desire ECE work experience and professional development opportunities
  • Can communicate respectfully with students, colleagues, parents, and administrators
  • Are physically able to complete the tasks necessary to care for small children, and
  • Agree with and can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning

then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

Are you an adaptable, compassionate person who loves working with young children? Do you have a flexible schedule and a positive can-do attitude? We’re looking for caring people like you to be Floaters on our dedicated team of early childhood educators!

If you’re ready to move into a position that brings something new every day, and you:

  • Are dependable, motivated, and willing to work in a variety of classroom settings
  • Have or desire work experience in early childhood education
  • Are a team player with great communication and comprehension skills
  • Are physically able to complete the tasks necessary to care for small children, and
  • Agree with and can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning

then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

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