March 25, 2026

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Marin Horizon School is looking for a

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Lower School Associate Teacher 

Reports to: K-4 Learning Specialist & Associate Director of Lower School
Hours: Full Time
Applicants will be assessed on an ongoing basis. Position will remain open until filled.

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School Description  
Since its founding in 1977, Marin Horizon has been providing a challenging and robust academic program combined with character-enhancing life skills. Marin Horizon is a place of creative, active learning built around our commitment to developing each student’s confident voice. Marin Horizon serves about 300 students from toddler through grade eight and is located in Mill Valley, CA.

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Position Description

The Associate Teacher Program is designed to familiarize the associate teacher with theoretical and practical aspects of classroom teaching. Associate teachers are assigned to one or two grade levels in kindergarten - 4th grade and will be partnered with Lead Teachers who mentor the associate’s development as an educator. Associate teachers have the option to reapply once their two-year term is complete but are not guaranteed placement. Employment assignments are reassessed and renewed (if appropriate) annually, and grade-level placements are subject to change. Associate teachers are expected to attend all weekly faculty meetings, monthly associate teacher meetings, and periodic pedagogical workshops given on campus. They are also encouraged to take advantage of off-campus opportunities for professional development.

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Teacher Development

Under the guidance of the lead teacher and Associate Teacher Coordinator,
and through meetings and workshops, the associate teachers develop these important skills:

●    Observing, assessing, and supervising students

●    Previewing and selecting curricular materials
●    Developing appropriate and successful teaching methods
●    Planning and implementing lessons
●    Managing students and classrooms
●    Conferencing and writing reports
●    Job search skills and portfolio/resume development

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Qualifications

●    Undergraduate degree required
●    Strong preference for individuals in teacher credentialing and/or advanced degree programs in        education
●    Desire to pursue lead-teaching opportunities
●    Relevant teaching experience or experience working with children
●    Commitment to professional growth, reflective practice, and growth mindset
●    Strong ability to work collaboratively
●    Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices

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Salary and Benefits

●    Associate Teacher Salary: $50,000-55,000
●    Excellent benefits package

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To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and two professional references to Julia Ripperton at julia@marinhorizon.org. We look forward to hearing from you.

 

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April 1, 2026

 

COM'S Child Study Center is looking for a 

 

Preschool Teacher (CSC Specialist II)

WORK SCHEDULE
Campus: Kentfield
Full-time Equivalent: 1.0
Months per Year: 12
Work Days/Hours:
The Child Study Center is open 7:45am-5pm M-Th and 7:45-4pm F. 
Schedule to be determined but not to exceed 7.5 hours per day; 37.5 hours per week

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Position Overview
Under general supervision of the Director of Child Study Center Program, and the direction of the Child Study Center Site Coordinator and Child Study Center Specialist III, the Child Study Center Specialist II performs a variety of general functions, primarily related to the supervision, facilitation and engagement of a classroom of children. The Child Study Center Specialist II is responsible for participating in the planning and implementation of developmentally age-appropriate curriculum, as well as assessing and documenting the development and learning of children enrolled in the program.  Contact with children, families, students and other staff is extensive.  Guided by knowledge of child development and following best practices, the Child Study Center Specialist II is expected to use equity principles, independent judgment, creativity and positive guidance to support children in the program. A Child Study Center Specialist II can direct the work of Child Study Center Specialist I, student apprentices, and other staff as assigned.

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Requirements 
Education and Experience:

• Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing 

• Completion of 24 units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development coursework

• Minimum two years of successful teaching experience in a child development program

• Experience supervising and training the work of child development center staff in a center-based setting

Also Required

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

Licenses and Certifications

• First Aid certification

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) tool 

• Experience with Ages and Stages Questionnaire-3 and Ages and Stages Questionnaire- Social Emotional tools

• Bilingual ability to communicate effectively in English/Spanish or any other foreign language

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the techniques and program activities related to developmentally appropriate early childhood education

• Knowledge of California Preschool/Transitional Kindergarten Learning Foundations (PTKLF)

Skills and Abilities to:

• Skill in establishing and maintaining respectful, sensitive and effective communication and working relationships with people who are diverse in their cultures, language groups and abilities

• Skill in teaching, teaching and guiding children 0-5 years in structured learning and play activities

• Skill in program planning, implementation and evaluation

• Skill in oral communication, including public speaking

• Skill in written communication 

• Skill in following detailed written and oral instructions

• Skill in assessing children’s development

• Skill in leading the work of others

• Ability to work effectively in a team-centered teaching environment to accomplish goals that reflect the mission and philosophy of a child development center

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Salary Information
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Grade: CSEA 188
Starting Salary Range: $37.64 - $41.50 per hour (step 1 to 3). Normal entering step is Step 1. 
Please refer to our Human Resources web site for salary schedules.

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For full details on the job description and application instructions, please follow the link below:

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/collegeofmarin/jobs/5272950/preschool-teacher-child-study-center-specialist-ii

The position will remain open until filled.

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