Early Childhood Associate Teacher

Join our Early Education team at the Institute for the Redesign of Learning (IRL) in beautiful South Pasadena 🌿🏫, where your work will truly matter every single day.

This is more than a teaching position — it’s an opportunity to be part of an intentional, mission-driven organization 💛 dedicated to helping young children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As an Associate Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting the whole child — nurturing development across physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth 🌈✨ — so that every student can build the foundation to become a confident, caring, and capable learner.

💰 Salary Range: $17.90 – $21.27/hour*
*Pay is based on relevant experience, education, credentials/certifications, and bilingual language use (50% of the time).

⭐ Why Join IRL?

At IRL, we invest in our people just as much as we invest in our students 🤝💡

• Competitive total compensation package 💵
• Exceptional training and mentorship program 📚🌟
• Intentional professional growth plans (we proudly promote from within!) 🚀
• Strong support from a dedicated Leadership Team 🙌
• Health, dental, and vision insurance + $25,000 life & AD&D coverage (if eligible) 🏥🦷👓
• Generous paid time off 
• Retirement plan and flexible spending accounts (medical & dependent care) 💼💳

👩‍🏫 What You’ll Do

• Support and implement engaging lesson plans for children
• Collaborate with teachers across classrooms to provide consistent student support 🤝👥
• Work closely with students, transitioning quickly to meet individual needs 🌟
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized learning and play environments 🧼🪁
• Create and manage student portfolios to document progress and growth 📂✍️
• Build strong relationships with families through daily communication (in person, phone, email) 📞📧💬

✅ Minimum Qualifications

• 12 Early Childhood Education units from an accredited college/university 🎓
• 3 Infant/Toddler units 🌱
• Ability to pass a job-related health screening 🩺
• Access to a mobile phone and basic internet 📱🌐
• Proof of required immunizations (TB Test, MMR, DTap) 💉
• Clearance through FBI, DOJ, and CCL background checks 🔍

🌍 Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role is active and hands-on in a dynamic school environment. Employees may experience moderate-to-loud noise levels 🔊 and occasional emotionally challenging situations. Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, lifting classroom materials 📦, and supporting student physical management as trained through PRO-ACT, CPI, or similar behavioral intervention systems 🧑‍🤝‍🧑.

🌟 Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to grow your career in a supportive, mission-focused organization, we encourage you to apply today and help shape the future—one child at a time 💛👶✨