Impactful Early Childhood Associate Teacher (Floater)

YMCA of Greater San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is seeking an Associate Teacher to lead and support early childhood staff in the Preschool program. The role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children in the 0–6 age range, assisting with lesson plans, supervising students, and maintaining an organized classroom.

The position requires flexibility to float across classrooms as needed and to build strong relationships with families while adhering to licensing regulations and YMCA

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• 2+ years of experience in early childhood education or related field.
• Must hold or be eligible for a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (12 ECE core units and 16 general education units).
• Must be available Monday – Friday during program hours, year-round working alternating 8-hour shift between 7:30 am and 6 pm.
• Strong communications skills
• YMCA approved EMSA CPR/First Aid certification
• Submit health screening, immunizations, and TB test clearance prior to hire and every two years thereafter.
• Fingerprint background check clearance through Community Care Licensing

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans for children ages 0–6.
• Implement curriculum, daily routines, and classroom management strategies.
• Provide support across multiple classrooms by “floating” to assist where needed.
• Supervise and engage children to ensure safety and well-being.
• Communicate with families about children’s development and program updates.
• Participate in mandatory meetings and trainings and engage in ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is seeking an Associate Teacher to lead and support early childhood staff in the Preschool program. The role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children in the 0–6 age range, assisting with lesson plans, supervising students, and maintaining an organized classroom.

The position requires flexibility to float across classrooms as needed and to build strong relationships with families while adhering to licensing regulations and YMCA