Preschool Teaching Positions

The JCCSF is seeking experienced and enthusiastic early childhood educators to join our

outstanding team at each of our three preschools. Staff work in teams leading children ages 2-5 years old in a play-based setting inspired by the values of Reggio-Emilia and Jewish learning. We are currently hiring for Lead Teachers, Associate Teachers, and Assistant Teachers.

The JCCSF has three preschools located in the Laurel Heights and Inglewood (near SFSU) neighborhood.

STARTING SALARY RANGE

Lead Teacher = $31.97 - $34.07

Teacher = $29.97 - $32.40

Associate Teacher = $25.47 - $26.90

Assistant Teacher = $22.78 - $24.15

Salary determined based on total years of experience, education level, and ECE units

BENEFITS

• 100 hours of on-site professional development provided each year
• Free membership to JCCSF gym
• 50% off many other activities at the JCCSF
• Family discounts on preschool, camp, swim lessons, and more
• Full medical, dental and vision insurance
• Voluntary benefits, including FSA, supplemental plans, transit, legal plans
• 403(b) retirement benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and holiday days
• Reimbursement for ECE courses

ECE VISION STATEMENT

Our vision is to be an innovative early childhood education program where children, families and educators collaborate to create enriched learning experiences. Our students delight in discovering an early love of learning.

POSITION DUTIES & REQUIREMENTS

Lead Teacher

• Oversee teacher coverage, classroom curriculum support, and individual goals.
• Facilitate team meetings with teachers to support planning and implementing curriculum, family experiences, and effective curriculum implementation.
• Ensure health and safety practices, as well as the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of children, are maintained in their classroom.
• Support the teaching team in understanding policies, procedures, and program philosophy.
• Lead Parent-Teacher conferences, including written documentation.
• Review and edit all written communication and documentation by the classroom teaching team.
• Participate in meetings outside team meetings, such as Lead Teacher meetings or ECE Leadership Team meetings (as invited), to plan and lead professional development for the ECE program.
• Observe children who have been identified with needs and attend meetings as needed along with site administration. Communicate with outside support resources as needed.
• Provide oversight of the school in the absence of administration, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a minimum of 24 ECE units.
• Preferred candidates will have at least 3 years of teaching experience in a Reggio-Emilia inspired program.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commitment to learning and integrating Jewish values into the curriculum.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of educators and families.

Teacher

• Collaborates with Lead Teacher and classroom teaching team to prepare and implement appropriate and engaging curriculum.
• Ensures that the environment is set up appropriately and effectively and is kept organized.
• Writes documentation and parent communication

Requirements

• BA degree in Early Childhood or related field preferred
• Minimum of 12 units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development including core courses; 24 units preferred. Applicants with fewer than 12 units are encouraged to apply for our Assistant position.
• Minimum of 2 years' teaching experience in a Reggio-inspired and/or Jewish preschool
• Proficiency with verbal and written communication and technology

Associate Teacher

• Collaborate with classroom teaching team to prepare and implement an appropriate and engaging curriculum and environment.
• Ensures that the environment is set up appropriately and effectively and is kept organized.
• Helps write documentation and parent communication.

Requirements

• AA degree in Early Childhood or related field preferred
• A minimum of 12 units in Early Childhood Education including core courses. Applicants with less than 12 units are encouraged to apply for our Assistant position.
• One-year experience in a preschool classroom
• Proficiency with verbal and written communication and technology

Assistant Teacher

• Supports classroom teaching team and contributes to the classroom as required by classroom team.

Requirements

• AA degree in Early Childhood or related field preferred
• A minimum of 6 ECE units in Early Childhood Education in courses designated in the following areas: Child Development, Child, Family and Community, ECE Curriculum, ECE Programs. Assistants must commit to completing 12 ECE units by the end of their first year of employment.
• Child Development Permit renewal and application provided
• Opportunities for leadership and upward career mobility

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (for teachers at all levels)

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in order to perform duties such as lifting cots, and helping children up the changing table
• 50% of job is done standing up
• 50% of job is working outside during most all-weather conditions
• All teachers are expected to be able to go on neighborhood walks spontaneously or planned for lengths up to 2 miles round trip and lasting up to 2 hours.
• Teachers must be able to squat or kneel at the children's level
• Teachers must be able to move quickly around the classroom or outdoor environment to safely supervise children

STATUS

Benefited, non-exempt, collective bargaining position

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION

Lead Teacher, Teacher, Associate Teacher, Assistant Teacher

HOURS/SCHEDULE

Up to 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday