Teacher

Y-Axis; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Sick days

Birthday day off

Job summary

Family & Child Empowerment Services (FACES) in San Francisco seeks a dedicated teacher for a full-time early childhood education role. You will manage classrooms, plan lessons, ensure safety, and maintain strong parent communication while fostering a supportive, inclusive environment.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, adherence to licensing standards, and commitment to equity. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Maintain or qualify for the California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or Higher.
• 2+ years of experience with children 0-5 years old.
• Ability to travel to FACES different campuses.
• Demonstrate commitment to working with families from marginalized communities.
• Use effective and compassionate communication.
• Work cooperatively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Meet required state, federal, local, and CDC standards (fingerprint clearance, TB test, First Aid, CPR).

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment per FACES standards.
• Support children’s growth in key developmental areas.
• Use positive guidance techniques and model behavior for children.
• Build positive teacher/child interactions and peer relationships.
• Coordinate with the team to implement lessons and activities.
• Follow health and safety procedures and supervise children.
• Complete weekly developmental observations and DRDP assessments.
• Communicate with parents/caregivers daily about their child’s day and milestones.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Align classroom practices to FACES SF values.

Skills

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Early Childhood Education

Child Development

Positive Guidance Techniques

DRDP Assessments

Parent Communication

Safety Protocol

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Compassionate Communication

Equity and Inclusion

First Aid

CPR

Education

California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or Higher

Job description

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

36.5

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Positive Guidance Techniques, DRDP Assessments, Parent Communication, Safety Protocol, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Compassionate Communication, Equity and Inclusion, First Aid, CPR

Individual and Family Services

Description Organization Overview

At Family & Child Empowerment Services (FACES), we envision a future where all families have what they need to live, grow, and thrive in San Francisco. To achieve this vision, our mission is for every child to reach their unique potential within a safe and joyful learning environment and every family to access a network of support that promotes well-being, opportunity, and community. We provide families with high-quality early childhood education; after-school and summer enrichment; job support, training, and placement; and comprehensive family support services and referrals.

Position Summary

Our FACES Teachers are passionate about early childhood education, kids in general and want to work in a supportive and collegiate environment where you can make a difference. The Teacher is responsible for overall classroom management, including lesson planning, safety protocol and maintaining positive, professional relationships with parents/caregivers. This is a full time, non-exempt position and reports directly to the Site Supervisor.

Job Expectations

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and rich learning environment per FACES standards
• Support children’s growth in key developmental areas (social-emotional, language and literacy, cognitive, and physical)
• Use age appropriate positive guidance techniques and model behavior for children
• Build positive teacher/child interactions and peer relationships in the classroom
• Maintain Community Care Licensing (CCL) standards; monitor teacher/child ratio
• Collaborate with the teaching team to implementlessons and activities appropriate to children'sdevelopmental expectations
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including closely supervising children and conducting health checks
• Complete weekly developmental observations and DRDP assessments for assigned children
• Create and maintain positive family relationships
• Communicate with parents/caregivers daily around their child’s day and milestones
• Support lead teacher to prepare for teacher conferences with parents/caregivers
• Follow all policies, procedures, and expectations set in Teacher Handbook
• Attend staff meetings and professional development/trainings
• Align classroom practices to FACES values

Commitment

• Full-Time Commitment: Teachers are expected to work 8 hours per day within our operating hours of 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Flexible Site Assignment: Teachers must be available to work at any FACES location
• Locations: Assignments may include our three San Francisco sites: Bayview, Hayes Valley, and Masonic

Qualifications

• Maintain or qualify for the California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or Higher
• 2+ years of experience with children 0-5 years old
• Ability to travel to FACES different campuses
• Demonstrate commitment to working with families from marginalized communities
• Use effective and compassionate communication
• Work cooperatively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Meet required state, federal, local, and CDC standards (including but not limited to fingerprint clearance, negative TB test, First Aid, CPR)
• Lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to meet required state, federal, local, and CDC standards (including but not limited to fingerprint clearance, negative TB test, First Aid, CPR)
• A deep commitment to aligning all program practices to FACES SF values, especially around equity, inclusion, and belonging for all our stakeholders within the evaluation process
• Strong passion for and a a desire to humbly reflect and grow in pursuit of our mission
• A sense of humor – we believe joy and justice go hand in hand!

What We Offer

• Hourly rate starting at $28.85 - $36.50 based on units, education and/or years of experience in Early Childhood Education
• Three weeks of vacation, personal and floating holidays, ten sick days, ten paid holidays (including one-week winter closure between Christmas and New Year’s) and a day off for your birthday!
• A retirement plan with employer match up to 7% of your salary
• 100% employer covered health care for employee, and 25% coverage for dependents
• A chance to positively impact the lives of young children and their families
• A fun, dynamic and collaborative working environment
• Being part of a movement to achieve educational and economic justice

FACES is a welcoming workplace for all. We embrace diversity in every form- race and culture, gender identity, sexuality, country of origin, religion, and/or ability. Candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. FACES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities The Teacher is responsible for overall classroom management, including lesson planning and maintaining safety protocols. They must support children's developmental growth and foster positive relationships with parents and caregivers.