Gymboree Teacher

Hiring permanent, part-time PLAY, ART, MUSIC & SCHOOOL SKILLS TEACHERS Teach and Play! Fullerton, 92835

ABOUT US Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0-5 for over 40 years. Today there are several hundred locations in multiple countries, making us the global leader in early childhood development programs. Designed by experts, our age-appropriate activities help develop the cognitive, physical and social skills of children as they play. Our programs are also recognized for their unique approach to parent involvement, which encourages participation in and understanding of their child's development.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Gymboree Play & Music, a leader in developmental play, is seeking dynamic men and women to teach a full range of early childhood classes for its Fullerton Play & Music location. Classes are for children (ages birth - 5years) and include Music, Art, School Skills and Play, the high-energy physical and sensory class that has made Gymboree famous for over 40 years. Applicants must enjoy children, be comfortable interacting with adults and have the ability to bring enthusiasm and creativity to each class. Teachers and students are moving around and active! Our program is fun and inventive and you should be too!

We have positions in ART, MUSIC, SCHOOL SKILLS, LANGUAGE & PLAY. "Gymboree teachers need to shine in the classroom. "You're On" so if you are shy about your singing voice or being "on display" or prefer to work behind the scenes instead of being the center of attention, unfortunately, THIS POSITION IS NOT FOR YOU ! If you greet every day with a smile on your face and thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment, you just might love it!"

Responsibilities (You're On!): Our Gymboree teachers need to do whatever it takes to give our families a consistently great experience. That includes:
-Wearing many hats, Being a team player and having the ability to multi-task
-Initiating conversation about Gymboree programs and products to families. No hard sell
-Resolve issues on-site, in the moment, with a kind and thoughtful demeanor
-Communicate clearly in English with Adults both in-person and on the phone
-Hosting special events and parties -Playfloor setup (bi-monthly)
-Cleaning
-Recordkeeping,
and most important:
-Parents and caregivers are an integral part of Gymboree classes. A Gymboree teacher's job is to facilitate parent/caregiver-child activities. So, candidates must be equally at ease directing and engaging adults as they are working with children
-Teaching fun, 45-minute classes to one or more class levels

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Strong group facilitation skills
-Playful and engaging teaching style combined with a positive, warm and charismatic personality
-Flexible and hard-working; Creative
-Not afraid to act "silly" for the sake of a lesson!
-Ability to connect with both adults and young children
-Gymboree teachers must have a natural drive to learn and teach
-Comfortable with computers (we will train you on specific programs)
-High level of accountability and integrity
-Ability to take direction, but work independently
-Ability to get up and down, unaided, from a sitting position on the floor
-Ability to lift 35lbs
-Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
-All applicants must pass a background check
-All applicants must show proof of their right to work in the US

Other Helpful Qualifications:
*Singing, dancing, or theatre experience: Children or Adult
*Experience teaching young children, desirable
*Early Childhood Education (ECE) credits desirable
*Candidates with Fluency in a foreign Language are encouraged

HOURS & COMPENSATION:
This is a part-time teaching position with a flexible schedule. Classes are held seven days a week and your teaching schedule can include weekday, weekend or a combination of both, depending on availability and preference. However there may be a minimum "event" requirement that may include 1 weekend day/night per month. Your total hours will depend on your availability and skill set for each age group. Hours typically range from 4-25 hours per week, but more may be available for the right candidate. Ideal for a student or anyone with a part-time or flexible schedule, however we are seeking long-term employees who would like to make a career of teaching young children in an exceptional environment. COMPENSATION is $10/hr with an immediate increase upon completion of teacher training. 

LOCATIONS: 415 Imperial Hwy, Fullerton 92835

EOE. No phone calls or site visits please

BEFORE APPLYING: , please visit gymboreeclasses.com for more information. And check us out on YouTube. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Part-time

Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0-5 for over 45 years and in over 30 countries, making us the global leader in early childhood development programs. Designed by experts, our age-appropriate activities help develop the cognitive, physical and social skills of children as they play. Our programs are also recognized for their unique approach to parent involvement—which encourages participation in and understanding of each child’s development.

Our class curriculum is developed by our experienced child development program directors and incorporates a balanced whole-child approach with activities to support what your child is mastering right now and what he or she will aspire to later. Classes are designed in increments to meet a child’s unique interests and abilities. From birth to age 6, there’s always something special awaiting you and your child at Gymboree Play & Music.

Gymboree Play & Music - Fullerton is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Gymboree Play & Music Corporate.