Preschool Afternoons Teacher

Oshman Family JCC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Health/dental/vision insurance

403B retirement plan

Approx. 4 weeks paid vacation

Full fitness membership

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto is looking for a passionate Preschool Teacher for the Leslie Family Preschool. This role is vital for creating and implementing educational programs for children ages 18 months to 5 years, fostering a fun and enriching learning environment.

The ideal candidate will be available weekdays from 12:00pm to 6:00pm and possess the necessary ECE qualifications. We offer a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and excellent benefits, including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be available weekdays 12:00pm‑6:00pm.
• Experience in a licensed child care/educational environment required.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement educational programs for preschool children.
• Promote learning in a licensed preschool environment.
• Engage with children through play and creative activities.

Skills

Experience working with children

Knowledge of Constructivist/Reggio Emilia Approach

Communication skills

Flexibility and enthusiasm

Teamwork

Education

12 or more ECE units (AA and/or BA in ECE or related field)

Job description

Must be available to work in the afternoons from 10:00am‑6:00pm or 12:00pm‑6:00pm.

Pay Range:

$26-29/hour

About the OFJCC:

The Palo Alto JCC is an exciting and innovative non‑profit organization in the heart of Silicon Valley. We create fun, meaningful, inclusive and joyful experiences through educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness and wellness programs. Our diverse and passionate staff of 250+ collaborate to make our 8.5‑acre campus a truly special place for the nearly 25,000 visitors every week.

About the Leslie Family Preschool:

As a Preschool Teacher at the OFJCC Leslie Family Preschool you will create and implement programs and promote learning in a licensed, Reggio‑inspired, play‑based, constructivist preschool program serving children ages 18 months to 5 years in accordance with our guiding principles and values.

Why work for us?

• Our community. Our educators, staff, families and children… everyone needs a community to hold them up and share joy. Ours is incredible.
• Our campus. It’s amazing… 14 relatively new classrooms, four spacious and creative play yards, two full and bountiful gardens and an orchard!
• Our team. 60 talented and committed educators including a gardening, outdoor classroom, movement and music specialist all on staff full time. Learn with the best.
• Our ratios. Lower ratios and more support.
• Our organization. We are a mission based, non‑profit and exist to enhance the lives of our community. Feels pretty darn good to work here.
• Our benefits. Competitive salary; professional development; health/dental/vision; 403B; approx. 4 weeks paid vacation and holiday pay (secular and Jewish holidays); full fitness membership; tuition assistance. We’ll take care of you.

Who are you?

• Available weekdays 12:00pm‑6:00pm.
• 12 or more ECE units (AA and/or BA degree in ECE or related field & teacher permit preferred).
• At least 1 year of experience working with children in a licensed child care/educational environment.
• Knowledge of Constructivist/Reggio Emilia Approach to teaching and learning desirable.
• Flexible and enthusiastic. Love what you do… seriously, like REALLY love it.
• Friendly, warm and nurturing. Be a nice person and work well in a team.
• Have some other interesting interests or skills… cooking, dancing, music, woodworking, juggling, origami, etc. What can we learn from YOU?
• Write well and be comfortable speaking to parents, both when it’s easy and when it’s not so easy.
• Think teachers are heroes and children will save the world.
• Willing to do diaper changing and changing children’s clothes when needed.

*Comparable experience and willingness to enroll in ECE classes will be considered.