RECREATION: Preschool Head Teacher, Preschool Teacher 2

City of Sunnyvale•Sunnyvale, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking qualified, self-motivated individuals interested in working with young children in a part-time preschool environment. Ages range from 3 to 5 years. The program goals include teaching children to listen and react, to follow directions, to learn to take turns and share, to build self-confidence, to become aware of the world and think creatively, to make new friends, and to understand basic academic principles, like recognizing shapes, colors, the alphabet and numbers. Staff will work in teams of two. The program operates from Sept. to May, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Requirements

Minimum age is 18 years old
Graduation from high school or tested equivalent
At least two (2) years of experience working with children in a classroom setting, or three (3) years of experience working in youth programs or youth summer camps
18 Early Childhood Education units (12 ECE units as required for preschool Teacher plus 6 additional Early Childhood Education units)

Nice To Haves

2 ECE units of adult supervision and/or 24 total units
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain
Experience in a classroom setting
Be reliable, positive, patient, understanding and caring with children
Be flexible and able to respond to change
Excellent communication skills
Project a positive, professional image
Good organization skills, a self-starter with problem solving skills and able to complete assignments on time
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license and a safe driving record or the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority.

Responsibilities

Planning the day’s activities, including crafts
Assist in the arrangement and selection of special activities, events and guest speakers
Request, maintain and organize supplies
Lead songs, games, crafts, activities and stories
Communicate with children, parents, volunteers and supervisor
Direct behavior and maintain order in class; Help children understand patience, and learn to delay satisfaction and deal with conflict; Teach socialization skills including sharing, manners and taking turns; Maintain a clean, safe environment.
Serve as Site Lead for the assigned classroom
Supervise Preschool Staff and Preschool Instructors working in their assigned classroom
Research, prepare and submit supply orders in timely manner
Manage and maintain classroom supplies, equipment and furniture
Prepare staff schedules and assist with identifying subs as needed
Lead curriculum planning meetings with other preschool staff and mentor staff on curriculum preparation
Prepare class calendars for parents
Prepare and maintain class documentation
Ensure staff adhere to cleaning schedule
Assist Coordinator with leading teacher learning day meetings