Developmental Specialist

Learning Links Preschool, of AbilityPath, is hiring for Developmental Specialist.

• Engage and Inspire: Guide children through fun and educational activities, helping to spark their curiosity and creativity.
• Classroom Environment: Create a warm, organized, and engaging classroom atmosphere that stimulates learning and social-emotional well-being.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Interest and commitment to working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Foster a Safe and Welcoming Space: Ensure the health and safety of all children, including allergy awareness and adherence to licensing standards.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with teaching team to develop child-centered and play-based curriculum, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of our students.
• Care with Compassion: Attend to each child's individual needs, including personal care tasks and promoting self-help skills to foster independence and confidence.
• Communication: Serve as a key point of contact and for parents, effectively communicating school policies and responding to questions about daily care.
• Document Progress: Assist with DRDP reports and documentation, ensuring we track and celebrate each child’s growth and development towards kindergarten readiness.
• Adapt and Grow: Be ready to take on other responsibilities as needed, contributing to a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Below is a list of education and work experience qualifications. We encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all the listed qualifications and you are interested in becoming a Preschool Teacher.  

• 12+ core ECE units as per Title 22 requirements preferred but not required- we will help you get your ECE units!
• Experience teaching children ages 2-5 years old
• Associate or bachelor’s degree, or working towards completion

• Valid California Driver’s License/ID 
• Proof of negative TB test results 
• Verification of occupational physical clearance
• Pass a criminal fingerprint clearance 
• 18 years of age or job permit clearance

Preschool Teacher responsibilities include the physical support of children:

• Lift up to 25 lbs. as needed
• Sit, stand, and bend frequently to engage children

We encourage applicants to share their access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and ongoing throughout their employment. AbilityPath is committed to making our organization accessible to meet the needs of our team members. 

Learning Links is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.