Application Procedure

Print and complete the employment application.  You may send us your application, cover letter and resume by email, fax or mail.

Positions -- descriptions and requirements

PACCC employs childcare professionals in the following positions:

Center Director:  manages the operation of a single child care center.  Responsible for enrollment, staffing, and budgeting. 

Desired education and experience:  BA in Child Development or related field plus three to six years' experience.  Must possess three or more units in Early Childhood Program Administration.

Assistant Director:  assists the director in management and operation of a child care center.  Will assume duties of Acting Director during the absence of the Center Director.

Desired education and experience:  BA in Child Development or related field plus three to six years' experience.  Must possess three or more units in Early Childhood Program Administration.

Head Teacher:  responsible for on-floor program management and staff supervision.  Works with children on all aspects of development and communicates daily with families regarding children's progress.

Minimum qualifications:  12 semester units in ECE, plus three or more units in Early Childhood Program Administration; two years of teaching experience.  Two- or four-year degree in ECE preferred.

Teacher: works with center staff to create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum. Works with children on all aspects of development and communicates daily with families regarding children's progress.

Minimum qualifications:  12 semester units in ECE.  Two- or four-year degree in ECE preferred.

Teacher Aide:  works alongside teachers in the center to enhance the curriculum.  Works with children on all aspects of development and communicates daily with families regarding children's progress.

Minimum qualifications:  high school diploma or equivalent plus some experience in child care or related environment.  Some ECE units preferred or enrolled in ECE classes.

Substitute Opportunities

As a substitute, you will help ensure appropriate ratios when regular staff are absent from the center. Flexible schedules make this opportunity an excellent choice for students – create your own schedule of hours and days! PACCC employs over 100 teachers and teacher aides at our 18 centers in Palo Alto, which provides ample substitute opportunities year-round.