HS Teacher II — Firestone Park, CA at Pace

About the Role

PACE is dedicated to delivering high-quality Early Childhood Development services that nurture the educational, social, physical, nutritional, and psychological growth of young children. This position serves as a vital member of the Site Director's team, ensuring a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children enrolled in our 11-hour, full-year classroom program.

You will collaborate closely with a secondary teaching team to manage daily routines, implement curriculum-aligned lessons, and foster strong partnerships with families. Your day will involve balancing direct child supervision with essential administrative duties, including maintaining accurate records, conducting developmental assessments, and facilitating parent conferences. This role is designed for educators who thrive in a collaborative setting and are passionate about supporting children's progress from birth to age five.

Hiring Process & Application

Candidates selected for this position will be required to complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment, including checks of the Sex Offender Registry, Child Abuse and Neglect State Registry, and FBI Criminal History Check. Additionally, applicants must provide verification of T.B. clearance and pass a health screening (LIC 503) within one year of hire.

Successful candidates must also possess current Adult & Pediatric CPR/1st Aid certification and proof of required immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza). The role requires reliable transportation to the assigned work location and the ability to attend off-site assignments such as in-service trainings and home visits.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

PACE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We value team players with outstanding interpersonal skills who can provide culturally and linguistically appropriate customer service to parents, children, and community members. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a strong asset for serving our diverse community, though not strictly required.

Compensation & Benefits

This position is scheduled for the 2026-2027 school year, effective July 1, 2026. PACE offers a competitive Total Rewards Package including a starting rate of $27.22/hour. Benefits include a 401(k) plan, vacation and sick pay, 14 paid holidays, pet insurance, and flexible spending accounts. We also provide affordable medical, dental, and vision packages for employees and their families, along with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and opportunities for professional promotion within the organization.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States

Firestone Park, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circlePlan and implement weekly lesson plans and activities in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards
check_circleCoordinate daily routines, instructional activities, and child supervision across the program day
check_circleConduct annual teacher-parent conferences and home visits to support family engagement
check_circleEnsure classroom safety by conducting interior and exterior environmental safety checks
check_circlePrepare and assist in serving family style meals and maintain hygiene for children
check_circleServe as a translator for parents who do not speak English when appropriate
check_circleClean and sanitize all classroom areas including food preparation and toileting spaces
check_circleMaintain accurate records of enrollment, attendance, and children's files manually and digitally
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Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in early childhood education OR associate's degree with active enrollment in bachelor's program
verifiedValid California Child Development Teacher Permit or higher level permits
verifiedMultiple Subject Teaching Credential (accepted in lieu of Child Development Permit)
verifiedTwo (2) years paid staff/volunteer experience in licensed child care center serving children under 5
verifiedMust be at least 18 years old
verifiedCurrent Adult & Pediatric CPR/1st Aid Certificate
verifiedVerification of T.B. clearance
verifiedPass health screening (LIC 503)
verifiedProof of immunizations: Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza
verifiedPass background checks: Sex Offender Registry, Child Abuse and Neglect State Registry, State/Tribal Criminal History Check, FBI Criminal History Check

Nice to Have

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Benefits & Perks

check_circle401k retirement plancheck_circleVacation timecheck_circleSick paycheck_circle14 Paid HolidaysPet Insurance

Company

Pace

Industry

Software Development

Headquarters

New York

Open Roles

The AI operations partner for the world's leading insurers

Pace is a software development firm headquartered in New York that specializes in building an agentic workforce for the insurance industry. The company develops artificial intelligence agents designed to navigate internal applications, analyze complex documents, and conduct phone calls to automate tasks historically managed by business process outsourcers. By leveraging these autonomous systems, Pace enables insurance carriers to streamline critical operational workflows without relying on traditional manual labor. The organization partners with major insurers to manage mission-critical functions such as submission intake, policy servicing, claims handling, and data entry. These AI-driven solutions allow insurance companies to process high volumes of work with increased efficiency and accuracy. Pace's technology integrates directly into existing insurance ecosystems to handle the heavy lifting of daily administrative and operational demands. For further details regarding their platform and capabilities, interested parties can visit withpace.com.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Curriculum Planning, Child Assessment, DRDP-2025, Asq-3, Asq: Se2, Head Start Performance Standards, Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, Individual Educational Plans.

Education: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education required; Associate's degree in child development or related field (must be enrolled in Bachelor's).

Frequently asked questions about HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace

What does a HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace do?expand_more

A HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace is responsible for the following: Plan and implement weekly lesson plans and activities in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards; Coordinate daily routines, instructional activities, and child supervision across the program day; Conduct annual teacher-parent conferences and home visits to support family engagement; and Ensure classroom safety by conducting interior and exterior environmental safety checks.

What are the requirements for this HS Teacher II CCTR role?expand_more

To qualify for the HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education OR associate's degree with active enrollment in bachelor's program; Valid California Child Development Teacher Permit or higher level permits; Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (accepted in lieu of Child Development Permit); Two (2) years paid staff/volunteer experience in licensed child care center serving children under 5; Must be at least 18 years old; and Current Adult & Pediatric CPR/1st Aid Certificate.

Where is the HS Teacher II CCTR role at Pace located?expand_more

HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace is based in 1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this HS Teacher II CCTR job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Pace has listed this HS Teacher II CCTR role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this HS Teacher II CCTR role?expand_more

HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the HS Teacher II CCTR role at Pace?expand_more

Key skills for HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace include Early Childhood Education; Child Development; Curriculum Planning; Child Assessment; DRDP-2025; Asq-3; Asq: Se2; and Head Start Performance Standards.

What education is required for HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education required; and Associate's degree in child development or related field (must be enrolled in Bachelor's).

What category does the HS Teacher II CCTR role belong to?expand_more

HS Teacher II CCTR at Pace is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.

About Pace

The organization partners with major insurers to manage mission-critical functions such as submission intake, policy servicing, claims handling, and data entry. These AI-driven solutions allow insurance companies to process high volumes of work with increased efficiency and accuracy. Pace's technology integrates directly into existing insurance ecosystems to handle the heavy lifting of daily administrative and operational demands. For further details regarding their platform and capabilities, interested parties can visit withpace.com.

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HS Teacher II CCTR