Per Diem Preschool Program Specialist (20759927)

City of San Mateo; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 38,930 - 46,438; Part time

Job summary

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is seeking caring, energetic individuals to join our preschool team for a part-time morning position. This role oversees a toddler classroom, provides a welcoming environment for children and families, and mentors Preschool Specialist I and II.

Applicants should be at least 18 or have a high school diploma, complete 12 Early Childhood Education units, and be proficient with Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or higher or equivalent education.
• Minimum 12 Early Childhood Education Units required.
• Strong verbal and written communication with diverse groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and crafts that align with curriculum standards.
• Lead Circle Time and Story Time with participants.
• Provide guidance to staff on behavior management and daily routines.
• Mentor and train subordinate staff to support program success.
• Provide regular feedback to families about each child’s progress.
• Manage supplies and first aid equipment.
• Support daily operations including sign-in/out and safety practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Ensure compliance with established safety procedures and program guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

12 Early Childhood Education Units

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Category Recreation

Region San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type Part-Time

Close Date Until filled

$28.26-$33.71 Hourly

None

About San Mateo

San Mateo is a city of more than 100,000 residents located in San Mateo County, California, on the San Francisco Peninsula. One of the City’s strengths is its diversity, both in the ethnic makeup and the physical development of the community. San Mateo has a vibrant business and retail environment with national and international businesses, two major shopping centers and an active downtown.

You would be joining over 500 people whose mission it is to serve the San Mateo community with a collaborative, innovative and professional spirit. We are looking for someone who embodies our shared values of respect, creativity, inclusivity, transparency, and integrity in their words and actions.

The Position

We invite applications for the position of:

$28.26- $33.71 hourly

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for caring, enthusiastic, team-oriented, creative and energetic individuals to join our preschool team!

Are you seeking a meaningful opportunity to serve youth in a diverse, multicultural community? Join our team and make a positive difference every day. This position will oversee the daily operations of a toddler classroom, ensuring high-quality services and a welcoming environment for participants and their families. This role provides leadership and guidance to Preschool Specialist I and II’s, serving as a coach and mentor to support program success. Teachers are dedicated to providing a safe environment for each child to grow emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually and are committed to supporting families and children by following developmentally appropriate practices. This is a part-time position in the morning hours and is limited to 1,000 hours in a fiscal year.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should be at least 18 years of age or possess a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably have at least one year of comparable work in a preschool classroom. A minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education Units are required. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication abilities, both verbal and written, which are essential, particularly when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. This position requires working independently with direction provided from a Community Services Coordinator, as well as the capacity to train, supervise, and collaborate effectively with staff, youth participants and families. Attention to detail is critical, including maintaining accurate records and submitting required documentation promptly. Proficiency in basic computer applications, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel, is necessary. Availability is required Monday through Friday from August through June between the hours of 8:00am-12:30pm.

Duties

• Collaborate with staff to plan and implement creative age-appropriate games, arts and crafts, songs, and science activities that coincide with our curriculum standards.
• Lead Circle Time and Story times with participants.
• Lead preschool staff on behavior management strategies, daily routines, incident/accident forms, activity implementation and best practices for working with preschool children.
• Provide professional guidance and mentorship to subordinate staff.
• Provide regular and clear feedback to participants' families regarding their child’s experience and progress.
• Manage supplies and first aid equipment.
• Support daily preschool operations, including sign-in/out procedures and safety practices.
• Maintain accurate records of required documentation.
• Support staff in following established safety procedures and program guidelines.

Apply

Applications are available online at www.calopps.org. For additional information or questions regarding this position, please contact Michele Venneri, Community Services Supervisor, at [e-mail] or 650.522.7484.

Recruitment will beopen until filledand is subject to close at any time without notice.

Fine Print

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including reference checks, a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Live Scan fingerprint background check, and Tuberculosis (TB) clearance. The City of San Mateo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants requiring accommodations for any part of the testing or recruitment process must notify [e-mail] or [phone] seven (7) days in advance of the deadline for the part of the process requiring accommodations. Do not upload any documents related to your request for accommodation in CalOpps. The City of San Mateo complies with employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.