What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at St Mary's Center?
Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $25-$29 / hour
It takes a big heart to help unfold little minds.
Position : Preschool Teacher
Status : Full-time, Non-exempt
Hours : Monday-Friday, 8 : 15 a.m. to 5 : 15 p.m.
Compensation : $25.00- $29.00 an hour DOE plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, health reimbursement account, 401(k) plan, 14 paid holidays (including your birthday!), generous vacation and sick time, and training opportunities upon successful completion of introductory (90) day period.
Reports to : Preschool Director
Timeline : The desired start date is as soon as possible. 2 weeks notice is okay.
ABOUT US
St. Marys Center,www.stmaryscenter.org,is a community of hope, healing, and justice. We provide nutrition, transitional housing, counseling, leadership development, and advocacy to seniors and preschoolers in West Oakland. We are proud of an excellent multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality services to people with urgent needs. Charity Navigator has awarded us a 4- star rating for fiscal management and integrity for six consecutiveyears. We were named Nonprofit of the Year (California District 9) and celebrated our 50th Anniversary in 2023. We are building 73 new homes for seniors at 3135 San Pablo Av. with a targeted opening early in 2027.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Preschool Director, the Preschool Teacher establishes and maintains a safe, healthy learning environment. They promote physical and cognitive growth in children while supporting their social and emotional development. They provide positive guidance for students and maintain positive relationships with families.
PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The Teacher is expected to fulfill the following responsibilities :
- Prepare the classroom and yard before school begins.
- Clean up classroom and yard as needed at the end of the school day.
- Preparation / clean-up of food for snacks.
- Performs tasks listed under CACFP list of duties.
- Supervise the Teacher Aides.
- Supervise all children at all times with the help of the Assistant Director and / or Head Teacher and Teacher Aides. No child can ever be left unsupervised. We must maintain a 1 : 8 teacher : child ratio.
- Count children and know where they are at all times.
- Keep the Preschool free of hazardous materials and dangerous substances.
- Be competent in the use of emergency procedures and equipment.
- Communicate safety standards to children and families.
- Maintain learning materials and equipment.
- Adhere to infection control guidelines and be familiar with Preschool procedures for care of sick children.
- Use space, materials, and routines as resources for constructing an interesting, secure, and enjoyable environment that encourages explorations and learning.
- Encourage physical activities that will strengthen social, cognitive, and physical development.
- With the Director, plan and prepare the learning environment and the daily program.
- Plan activities which are developmentally appropriate for childrens ages.
- Model appropriate behavior and language throughout the day.
- Encourage children to use problem solving techniques.
- Help each child feel accepted in the group.
- Provide physical and emotional security for each child while helping him / her to develop positive self-esteem and independence.
- Maintain an open, friendly relationship with each childs family.
- Maintain absolute confidentiality about children, families, and Preschool staff members.
- Meet with the Director and other Preschool staff members each week.
- Commit to participating in Preschool staff training.
- Participate in St. Marys Center activities, including fund-raising activities, as a staff member.
QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Teacher
Teacher
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
St. Marys Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
St. Marys Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active Equal Employment Opportunity Program (EEOP).It is the stated policy of St. Mary's Center that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, marital status, medical condition, or physical handicap.
Pursuant to Californias Fair Chance Ordinance, we consider qualified applicants with arrest / conviction records.
Salary : $25 - $29
