Preschool Teacher - Floater

Think Together; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nonprofit dedicated to enhancing children's education as an Early Learning Floater Teacher. This vital role involves planning and implementing engaging educational programs for preschoolers, ensuring a nurturing environment that fosters growth and self-esteem. You will work closely with children, families, and staff to provide learning experiences in various subjects while maintaining high standards of care and safety. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the community and support young learners on their educational journey.

Qualifications

• AA degree in Early Childhood Education with 24 ECE/CD units required.
• Must pass background check and TB test clearance.
• Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement educational programs for preschool-aged children.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain records.
• Conduct parent conferences and assist children with special needs.

Skills

Spanish biliteracy

Communication skills

Sensitivity to children's needs

Computer skills (Windows, Excel, Word)

Education

AA degree or higher in Early Childhood Education

24 units ECE/CD including core courses

Certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

Early Learning Floater Teacher - Master Teacher; Floater

Multiple Locations

Spanish biliteracy is required

$28.00 per hour

Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We’re one of California’s largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you’re interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support!

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Early Learning Master Teacher, under supervision of the Early Learning Program Manager, plans, organizes and implements the organization's educational program for children enrolled in the Early Learning Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize and implement the program for preschool-aged children in accordance with approved curriculum, applicable policies and philosophy of Think Together.
• Provide learning readiness experiences in literacy, language, mathematics, science, social growth and self-concept.
• Develop and implement daily lesson plans to meet the individual needs/interests of children.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Maintain an atmosphere that develops each child's self-esteem and respect for others. Evaluate student achievement and growth using State, Think's and district assessments.
• Maintain records of children's progress.
• Conduct parent conferences on children's school adjustment, academic progress and classroom behavior.
• Assist in identifying children with special needs and refer to proper agencies for testing and evaluation. Maintain a clean, safe, attractive and positive learning environment, which assists children in making a positive transition from home to preschool.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in trainings, workshops, courses and other professional growth activities.
• Provide training and work direction to instructional assistants and volunteers; participate in evaluations as requested.
• Change children's clothes and tend to injuries, illness and toileting needs as necessary.
• Assure availability of appropriate classroom supplies and materials; requisition necessary supplies and materials as needed.
• Assume Site Director responsibilities when director is not present.
• Other duties as assigned to meet program needs, requirements and regulations.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE:

• AA degree or higher and 24 units ECE/CD (Early Childhood Education/Child Development) including core courses, plus 16 General Education units, 6 units in area of specialization area, and 2 semester units of adult supervision and experience (350 days@ 3 hours/day) working with preschool age children within the last four years. (Child Development Site Supervisor Preferred) Must pass background check and TB test clearance to be renewed every two years.
• Current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid and Health and Safety (16 hours) and comply with immunization, background check standards and other required screenings as mandated by Human Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be biliterate in Spanish.
• Ability to travel between sites within the district.
• Ability to work well with people and a sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Excel and Word at an intermediate or advanced level.
• Ability to correctly and effectively communicate in written and oral English.
• A California Driver's License, daily use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance. Must pass background check.

Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.