Bilingual in Spanish & English - Teacher Aide (Part-Time)

Kai Ming Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kai Ming, Inc. seeks a Part-Time, non-exempt Bilingual Spanish/English Teacher Aide to support classrooms in San Francisco, CA. The role includes assisting teachers, supervising children, and helping with meals and sanitation in the center.

The position requires at least 6 months of experience with 3–5 year-olds, 6 ECE units, and a CA Assistant permit, plus a food handler permit. This is a 30-hour-per-week role at multiple centers.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience working with children aged 3–5 years.
• Completion of 6 ECE units and CA Child Development Assistant permit required.
• Ability to take initiative and follow guidance appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare classroom activities and environment as needed.
• Assist with curriculum implementation and classroom activities.
• Supervise children at all times and ensure safety.
• Monitor indoor/outdoor safety and nap routines.
• Discuss daily progress with parents during pick-up times.
• Report inappropriate behavior to supervisor as required.
• Assist site manager with administrative tasks and openings.
• Assist with kitchen duties as needed, including food handling and sanitation.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Experience with children 3–5

Classroom supervision

Education

6 units in Child Development/ECE (CA)

CA Child Development Assistant permit

Tools

Food handler permit

Job description

Job Announcement: Bilingual Spanish/ English Teacher Aide(Part-Time, Non-Exempt Position in San Francisco, CA)Organization: Kai Ming, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides free full-day full-year Head Start preschool services to eligible children ages 3-5 years old in San Francisco, CA with funding from Head Start, the California Department of Education, First 5 San Francisco and San Francisco Office of Early Care & Education.Job: This position functions as a ‘floater’ in the center supporting classrooms when needed for up to 30 hours per week. The primary role of this position is to support classroom activities, supervision and needs. The secondary role is to ensure quality food service and sanitation in the center.Position Type: Part-Time, maximum 30 hours per week. Non-Exempt.Reports to: Teacher/Site ManagerLocation: This position is open to our Mission Bay, Rainbow, and St. Luke centers.Essential Duties:I. Primary responsibility is to assist the teaching staff, which includes the following duties:Prepare classroom activities and classroom environmentAssist with implementation of curriculum as neededSupervise children at all timesHelp ensure indoor/outdoor safetyOversee the daily nap routineCommunicate with parents at pick-up time when neededInteract with children appropriatelyReport inappropriate behavior of staff, parents and on-site consultants to the appropriate supervisor.Assists center administration staff as assigned by the site manager (e.g. checks and open doors, answer phones, etc.)Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher or site managerII. Secondary role is to assist teachers and/or center aide with kitchen duties as needed. These duties include:Receive food from driver and check delivery against driver sheetCheck and record temperature of food and foods served, and reheating as neededCheck and record refrigerator/freezer temperaturesPrepare meals for each classClean up and washing dishesMaintain a sanitation logQualifications: Kai Ming is looking for experienced classroom personnel who can attend to the care and education of young children in a high quality setting to foster their school readiness of and establish a foundation for success in school and life.At least 6 months experience working with children 3 to 5 years old; and6 units in Child Development/Early Childhood Education with a California Child Development Assistant permit.Hold a food handler permit.Ability to take initiative, but also to accept direction and seek guidance appropriately.Ability to maintain highest levels of Health, Safety & Supervision of children.Other Requirements:Bilingual in Spanish and EnglishAnnual Physical exam and TB ClearanceCriminal Background ClearanceChild Abuse Index ClearanceCurrent certification in CPR and First AidAdherence to the Confidentiality AgreementAdherence to the Child Abuse Reporting MandateWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to change position; to sit, stand, walk, climb or balance; to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; to bend, twist and reach with hands and arms; and to pick up children.COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination record, or weekly Negative COVID-19 test result.Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with job and skill level. Benefits include health, vision, dental, acupuncture, chiropractic, life insurance, retirement, vacation time, sick leave time and personal time.Equal Opportunity: Kai Ming promotes Equal Opportunity and strongly encourages women, LGBT, people of color and diverse backgrounds to apply.Application process: Please apply on this page. Applications are accepted and evaluated until a suitable candidate has been selected.