Early Childhood Educator - Hiring Now

Zen Educate; South San Francisco (CA); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 43.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Weekly pay

Professional development

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Descripción de la vacante

Zen Educate is hiring multiple early childhood educators for the 2026–2027 school year to support school districts and private preschools in the Bay Area, including South San Francisco. Roles include mid-term substitutes and a daily substitute program with flexible centers and hours.

Lead routines for ages 2–5, foster safe, nurturing learning, and support social, emotional, and academic growth. Collaboration with co-teachers and families is essential, with emphasis on safety/licensing adherence.

Formación

• At least 12 semester units in ECE/CHDV or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare center or similar setting.
• Reliable, professional, and passionate about early learning.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily classroom routines for children ages 2–5.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and staff to follow curriculum plans.
• Communicate effectively with staff and families.
• Maintain classroom organization, safety, and licensing standards.

Conocimientos

Early Childhood Education

CHDV Units

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

12+ CHDV or ECE Units

California Child Development Permit

Herramientas

CPR/First Aid Certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2026–2027 school year!
We’re hiring multiple early childhood educators to support school districts and private preschool centers. The roles vary from mid-term substitute placements, with you working directly in a classroom Monday through Friday, supporting students and staff on a consistent, daily basis. We also have availability for our daily substitute program, where you can choose which centers / hours work best for you!

About Zen Educate

Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals. We’re proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike.

Solving the Classroom Staffing Crisis at the Root

We believe the best way to solve the teacher shortage is by removing barriers and investing directly in our educators. If you are already qualified for a California Child Development Permit, we want to help you take that next step. When you work with us, you get:

• Step-by-step guidance through the entire CTC application process.
• 100% of your permit fees covered by us.

We have opportunities in Early Childhood Education roles across countless sites all over the Bay Area - including but not limited to South SF, Oakland, San Mateo, the East Bay, and other surrounding communities. A single application puts you in consideration for all available locations near you or your preferred area.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines and activities for children ages 2–5
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic growth
• Collaborate with co‑teachers and staff to follow curriculum plans
• Communicate effectively with staff and families
• Maintain classroom organization, safety, and licensing standards

Required Qualifications

• At least 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education/CHDV or Child Development Permit
• A minimum of 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare center or similar group setting
• Must be reliable, professional, and passionate about early learning

License/Certification

• 12+ CHDV or ECE Units

Preferred Qualifications

• Early childhood education:1 year
• Bilingual in English/Spanish
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid certified

Salary

Pay: $27 - $31 per hour
Schedule: Flexibility of work, Monday through Friday

Benefits and other offerings

• Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
• Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
• 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.

Ref: #SFECETZA-Nov26