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Front Desk Sales Associate AND Infant Toddler Teacher

Gymboree Play & Music - Encino

Front Desk Sales Associate AND Infant Toddler Teacher

Encino, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and families. We want energetic, friendly teachers who are comfortable singing and speaking in front of groups to join our team. Our teachers must want to educate and help other people, but a teaching degree isn't required.

    At Gymboree Play and Music, you get to sing and play and create while helping babies, toddlers, and preschoolers practice their developing skills and helping moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers connect with their children and each other in a fun, nurturing environment.

    We are looking for candidates who want long term employment. We provide all of the training to ensure you are successful!Great for:* College grads* Current Master's Degree candidates* Stay-at-home parents - schedule is consistent so conducive for childcare arrangement* Singers and performers* Consistent weekly part-time schedule* Great experience in early childhood education

    *** Anyone who loves babies and toddlers!

    For our teachers, our detailed lesson plans have been designed by early childhood think tanks, along with Gymboree Corporate Headquarters, but we also allow for you to be creative and spontaneous once you have developed a core competency in the structure. We look for a fun, outgoing personality that comes out while you are teaching. As well, music and singing are a big part of our classes, so you do need to be able to carry a tune if you are teaching our music class.

    THIS POSITION INCLUDES FRONT DESK SHIFT(S)! This position is the first face our customer sees or hears over the phone. You must have exceptional customer service skills, communicate clearly and pleasantly, be able to multi-task to handle multiple customers at the same time, and be a problem solver – all while staying calm, cool and collected under various pressures! You will get to know the names of every child and parent, so people skills are an absolute must. They will LOVE to see you as the first face when they excitedly walk – or run! – through the door!

    We provide paid training, support, and motivation to help you grow and succeed. Employees are thoroughly trained using the Gymboree Method of Teaching, and you learn about child development so you can share this information with our families. Teachers start in our core Gymboree class program and add other programs after they master the basics. Our other programs include Gymboree Music, Gymboree Art, Family Classes, & School Skills.This position is a part-time position. Consistency in working assigned work segments is essential. You will develop relationships with the adults and children who come to your classes, and they look forward with excitement to seeing you each week!!

    KEY SKILLS AND TRAITS

    Experience working with children newborn to 5 years preferred but not necessary

    Solid group leadership skills

    Customer service oriented

    Team player

    Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs. and move play equipment

    Clean appearance

    Flexible

    Outgoing, enthusiastic, gregarious, creative

    HOURS

    Part-time available. Flexible schedule required; classes held 7 days a week.

    COMPENSATION

    Starting pay is based on experience. Free Gymboree Play & Music classes when you are not teaching them! Before responding to our post, please go to www.gymboreeclasses.com to get a feel for what we do. If you feel you are a perfect fit, we look forward to receiving your application!

    Gymboree Play & Music - Encino 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.