Preschool Teacher

Regular Schedule: Approximately 6.5 hours per day
Compensation: $23-$26 per hour, depending on experience

Monica Ros School is seeking a warm, dedicated, and enthusiastic Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about working with young children, committed to fostering a positive learning environment, and excited to be part of a collaborative school community.

The ideal candidate will be able to effectively implement curriculum, support students' social and emotional development, and help uphold the cherished traditions and culture that make Monica Ros School a special place for children and families.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children's growth and development

  • Foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play-based and structured learning opportunities

  • Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues

  • Maintain classroom routines, procedures, and school traditions

  • Observe and support individual student needs and developmental milestones

  • Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment

  • Communicate professionally and effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom activities

  • Collaborate with fellow teachers and administration to support school-wide goals and programs

  • Partner with a co-teacher to share responsibility for planning, instruction, classroom management, and family communication, as our preschool classrooms are intentionally structured around a collaborative co-teaching model

  • Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development opportunities as needed

Qualifications

  • Required: Early Childhood Education (ECE) units that meet California licensing requirements for preschool teachers

  • Experience working with preschool-aged children in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or educational setting

  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a teaching team

  • Understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices

  • Ability to follow and implement curriculum while creating engaging learning experiences

  • CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification preferred

Benefits

  • Healthcare benefits available after 30 days of employment

  • Retirement benefits available after 2 years of employment

  • Supportive and collaborative teaching environment

  • A co-teaching model that values teamwork and shared responsibility

  • Competitive hourly compensation of $23-$26 per hour

About Monica Ros School

Monica Ros School has a long-standing tradition of providing a nurturing, joyful, and engaging educational experience for young learners. We value teamwork, strong relationships, and creating meaningful experiences that help children develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief description of your experience working with preschool-aged children and your educational background in Early Childhood Education.

School Librarian (Part-Time)

Regular Schedule: Approximately 8-10 hours per week
Compensation: $24-$26 per hour, depending on experience

Monica Ros School is seeking a friendly, organized, and enthusiastic School Librarian to foster a love of reading and learning among children from our two-year-old preschool program through 3rd grade. This position combines direct interaction with students and the behind-the-scenes management of the school library collection.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the school library

  • Catalog, organize, label, and maintain the library collection to ensure materials are accurately tracked and easily accessible

  • Process new books and materials, including data entry and shelving

  • Conduct regular inventory and assist with collection development and organization

  • Assist students in selecting age-appropriate books and resources

  • Facilitate engaging library visits, story times, and literacy activities for children ages 2 through 3rd grade

  • Promote a positive reading culture throughout the school

  • Create inviting book displays and literacy-focused programs

  • Collaborate with teachers to support classroom learning and literacy development

  • Maintain an organized, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate library environment

Qualifications

  • Experience working in a library, school, educational setting, or related field preferred

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Experience with cataloging, inventory management, recordkeeping, or library systems is highly desirable

  • Passion for children's literature and literacy development

  • Ability to engage and work effectively with children from preschool through elementary school

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities

  • Library science coursework, educational background, or equivalent experience is a plus

What We Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative school community

  • The opportunity to help build and maintain a vibrant library program

  • Flexible part-time schedule averaging 8-10 hours per week

  • Competitive hourly compensation of $24-$26 per hour

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief description of your experience working with children, libraries, literacy programs, or educational environments.

Performing Arts Instructor (Part-Time)

Regular Schedule: Approximately 10-12 hours per week
Compensation: $24-$28 per hour, depending on experience

Monica Ros School is seeking a creative, energetic, and passionate Performing Arts Instructor to lead performing arts instruction for students in Kindergarten through 3rd Grade. The ideal candidate will inspire creativity, build student confidence, and guide students through the preparation and performance of grade-level productions throughout the school year.

In addition to weekly instruction, this position includes coordinating and facilitating student performances, rehearsals, and special events that may occur outside of regular school hours.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and teach engaging, age-appropriate performing arts classes for students in Kindergarten through 3rd Grade

  • Develop students' skills in theater, music, movement, performance, and creative expression

  • Coordinate, direct, and facilitate grade-level performances throughout the school year

  • Lead rehearsals and communicate performance expectations to students, families, and staff

  • Attend and support evening performances and related events as needed

  • Collaborate with teachers and administration to integrate performances into the school community

  • Maintain a positive, organized, and engaging learning environment

Qualifications

  • Experience teaching performing arts, theater, music, dance, or related disciplines to children

  • Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills

  • Ability to plan and execute student performances from concept through production

  • Enthusiasm for working with elementary-aged students

  • Degree, credential, or equivalent experience in performing arts, theater, music, dance, or education preferred

Additional Information

  • Regular instructional hours average approximately 10 hours per week.

  • Additional paid hours will be available for rehearsals, performances, and special events outside of the regular weekly schedule.

  • Some evening availability is required to support student performances.

What We Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative school community

  • Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through arts education

  • Flexible part-time schedule

  • Competitive hourly compensation

If you are passionate about helping young children develop confidence, creativity, and a love for the performing arts, we encourage you to apply.

Work at Monica Ros

Joining our team at Monica Ros School provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners. If you are passionate about education, dedicated to supporting student success, and eager to contribute to a positive school community, we are always looking for amazing educators to be a part of the Monica Ros magic. If applying, please submit your resume, a cover letter, and references to our Business Manager, Katelyn Cohan, at kcohan@monicaros.org.