Preschool Teacher

We are looking for a full-time teacher to join our growing preschool. The position opens mid-August 2024, at the start of the new school year.  Cole Valley Gan Preschool (www.ColeValleyGan.com) is a Jewish play based child-centered program, and follows developmentally appropriate practices. We offer one mixed age classroom with a low teacher/child ratio, for children ages 18 months - 3 years.

Our teachers work in collaborative teams to plan engaging and unique learning experiences. We promote an environment where children can develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for a successful and meaningful life. We are excited to welcome new team members to our school.

Please respond with your resume for consideration, and we will contact you with interview information. We look forward to hearing from you!

Benefits:

• Paid sick/personal days
• 30 paid vacation holidays/school closures days
• Professional development opportunities
• Compensation is based on experience and education, between $28 - $35 per hour.

Teacher Responsibilities and Duties:

• To maintain and implement procedures to ensure the health and safety of the children
• To establish and maintain positive, professional, and effective communication and supportive ties with children, staff, and parents.
• To see relationships as the foundation of our wark and view children as being competent and capable. 
• To interact with children in a manner that reflects respect and compassion
• To understand, and articulate the philosophy of the school
• To maintain professional standards and conduct and a positive work ethic
• To respect the confidentiality of school-related information
• To implement the emergent curriculum with co-teachers and the assistant Director according to the philosophy of the school
• To participate in the documentation and keep track of development growth using our school Early Childhood Development Tracker. 
• To attend all staff meetings and professional development opportunities
• To assume an equal share of the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff
• Intentional, ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, and appropriate classroom and play yard learning environment
• To ensure that health and safety practices as well as the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of children are maintained in their classroom

Desired Qualifications:

• A strong understanding of early childhood development
• Excellent communication skills
• At least 6 months of experience working with toddler and/or preschool age children in a group setting, ie. preschool or daycare etc…

Want more information about this job?

Text Chaya (Preschool Director) at 415-797-7231 or email her at [email protected] to set up a quick phone conversation.