Associate Preschool Teacher

Wu Yee Children's Services•San Francisco, CA

22d•$35 - $41

About The Position

Wu Yee Children’s Services believes nothing is more essential than excellent child care and education for all our children, right from the start. Wu Yee is seeking associate early childhood teachers who share our commitment to providing infants, toddlers, and preschoolers full access to early learning opportunities that pave the way to bright futures. We operate 12 child development centers in the San Francisco communities where Head Start is most needed. If you thrive in culturally inclusive classrooms, want training and professional development, and support a multi-disciplinary family model, come join our squad of dedicated educators as we continue to expand our services! Location: 177 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco CA (Req # 1662) Position Schedule: Full - time | Monday - Friday

Requirements

A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher permit
A minimum of 1 year teaching experience with young children and diverse populations
Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and other staff
Good communication, as well as maintaining an overall positive and professional attitude
Demonstrated competence in supporting families
Models good judgment, effective problem solving and priority setting skills Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, assist in the planning and implementation of age and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children, including daily open-ended activities to expand their competencies across developmental domains
Maintain appropriate teacher – child ratios, ensuring visual supervision of children at all times
Contribute to a safe, healthy, nurturing, and culturally relevant classroom environment for all children and families
Understand and follow Wu Yee policies and procedures to ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with licensing requirements, Head Start performance standards, and California Department of Education regulations
Maintain regular and timely communication with program staff, including, but not limited to the Center Manager, Lead Teacher, and Family Advocates to facilitate effective program performance
Ensure documentation of all significant contacts with families and maintain up-to-date file records including attendance, emergency contact information, family contact, education data, and file log
Accurately and promptly complete formal observations, ongoing screening, and assessments of children in your primary care according to the service area timeline
Develop and maintain portfolios that document the unique strengths, skills, and areas of growth for the children in your primary care on a regular basis
Maintain appropriate active supervision of children in your care at all times
Maintain ongoing, open communication with families and conduct parent-teacher conferences and home visits for children in your primary care
Encourage and promote families’ participation in center activities, field trips, special events, and the Parent Committee and Policy Council
Participate in the referral process for children with suspected disabilities, as needed
Collaborate with program staff, the Family Advocate and Mental Health Consultant about concerns or issues related to a child’s development
Perform Daily Health Checks for children entering the center
Ensure children are signed in and out of the center daily
Conduct safety check in the park/playground to ensure the equipment and area is safe for children, prior to the commencement of outdoor activity
Model and teach children appropriate health and hygiene practices, including tooth brushing, potty training, hand washing, etc.
Assist with the preparing the classroom for meals and nap time
Participate in food preparation for the center in accordance with program policies and procedures and state food safety requirements
Participate in family style eating with the children
Record meal counts accurately at the time of service
Follow established teaching staff health and safety procedures; including sanitizing classroom materials
Clean and sanitize dishes, pots, pans and utensils daily according to Wu Yee policies and procedures
Assume Lead Teacher responsibilities in the absence of the Lead Teacher
Adhere to an adjusted work schedule in order to meet needs of program
Engage in ongoing professional development activities, as required by the program
Other duties as assigned.