--- title: Preschool & Infant Toddler Teachers description: Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers is hiring for the Preschool & Infant Toddler Teachers role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/preschool-and-infant-toddler-teachers-at-childrens-paradise-preschool-and-infant-centers-01a0b3c2-712b-718b-872a-8258afcfefad date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers as Preschool & Infant Toddler Teachers in Carlsbad, CA. Pays $23.25–$29 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/p03fwm.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers | | **Location** | Carlsbad, CA | | **Salary** | $23.25/hr - $29/hr | | **Posted** | Oct 21, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $43,000 – $51,000 a year (median $46,000). ## Description **What you Need by Position:** - Instructional Aide (active enrollment in core child development class: starting wage $19 per hour. - Instructional Assistant: 12core ECE units and ability to attain Child Development Permit: starting wage $22.50 - Lead Teacher: degree+24Core ECE units and ability to attain Child Development Teacher's Permit: $26.25 Starting wage **What We Offer:** - **Fun & Dynamic Work Environment** - **Growth and Promotional Opportunities** - **100% Medical Benefits Provided** - **Dental, Vision and 401k Plans Offered** - **Discounted to No Cost Childcare (based on qualifications)** - **Annual Stipends and Quarterly Company-Wide Events** - **Behavioral and Mental Health Support Provided** - **Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays** At Children’s Paradise, we believe that **EVERY CHILD DESERVES TO BEGIN LIFE WITH BIG DREAMS!** If every child was provided a quality early education, they would be more prepared for learning in kindergarten and do better throughout their education. Join a dedicated group of professionals that are making a difference in the communities we live and work in, all while having fun, enjoying great people and having **great pay and benefits!** **Compensation:** Compensation is based on education, applicable Child Development Permit credentials, qualifications, and relevant experience. Starting wages are determined in accordance with the employer's established compensation structure **Instructional Aide $19-$21 per hour.** - Instructional Aide with active enrollment in a core Child development course starting wage: $19 per hour. - instructional Aide with Associate Teacher Permit: staring wage $21 per hour. **Instructional Assistant $22.50–$25.00 per hour** - Instructional Assistant with Associate Teacher Permit: Starting wage $22.50 per hour. - Instructional Assistant with an AA/BA degree and Associate Teacher Permit: Starting wage $23 per hour. - Instructional Assistant with an BA degree and Teacher Permit: Start **Lead Teacher: $23.25-$32 per hour** - Lead Teacher with AA+ Associate Teacher Permit: starting wage $23.25 per hour - Lead Teacher with BA+ Teacher's Permit: starting wage $26.25 per hour - Lead Teacher with BA + Site Supervisor Permit: starting wage $29 per hour **Job Summary** Lead the educational care and development of a specific classroom by implementing all components of the Quality Preschool Initiative as defined in the Program requirements. Supervise all Instructional Assistants (IA’s) and perform tasks required to support High Quality learning for all students, parents & extended families. Collaborate with children, staff & families to assure High Quality early childhood education - Responsible for planning & implementing a rich curriculum which incorporates the Creative Curriculum, and PITC Curriculum. - The teacher will be responsible for using the CLASS tool to guide intentional teaching and meaningful engagement. The teacher will be responsible for creating and maintaining the specific interest centers including Science, Math, Literacy & Language, Dramatic Play, Block Play, Sensory Play, Mindful Me & Soft Places for relaxing using ITERS guidelines. - Responsible to insure daily Classroom cleanliness that meets with all Health & Safety Guidelines as defined within ITERS & the External Health & Safety review. **Minimum Requirements:** AA/BA/MA +24Core ECE units, Designated Child development permit. - Instructional Aide (active enrollment in core child development class: starting wage $19 per hour. - Instructional Assistant: 12core ECE units and ability to attain Child Development Permit: starting wage $22.50 - Lead Teacher: degree+24Core ECE units and ability to attain Child Development Teacher's Permit: $26.25 Starting wage **Physical Requirements** - Ability to work at various locations, as needed. - Ability to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time. - Ability to lift up to 35 pounds to support children. - Ability to bend and squat to interact with children. ## Skills - Cleanliness - Child Development - Teaching - Planning - Initiative - Creative Curriculum - Workplace Safety ## Benefits - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans ## Related - [Education & Training jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Childcare Teacher & Director jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/childcare-teachers-and-directors?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Preschool / Childcare Teacher jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/childcare-teachers-and-directors/preschool-childcare-teacher?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260754 jobs - [Child Day Care Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/child-day-care-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 11268 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)