Organization Overview

Saint John’s Program for Real Change mission is to provide a safe space for women and children to heal and develop the skills necessary to transform their lives. We accomplish our mission by holding to our vision to end the generational cycle of trauma and homelessness.

We operate the largest residential program for formerly homeless women and children in the Sacramento region providing services 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, offering shelter, meals, childcare, and comprehensive support services, including Behavioral Health Services, Hands-on Employment Training, Career Education, and Family Services.

Joining our team means becoming part of a community dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. At Saint John’s, you ‘ll be part of something bigger – a mission-driven organization committed to making a lasting impact on our community. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where teamwork, compassion and empathy are valued. You’ll be surrounded by dedicated colleagues who share your passion for service others. We believe in investing in our staff and providing opportunities for professional growth and development because we recognize your work here will truly make a measurable difference.

• Choice of 7 medical plans
• Choice of 3 dental plans
• Vision, Life and Accident and Injury Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403 (b) 100% match for 1%–6% of pay
• Paid Time Off includes: 10 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days and up to 18 days of vacation per calendar year.

Position Overview

TITLE  Childcare Teacher
SALARY  From $37,440 To $45,760 Annually
CLASSIFICATION Full-Time, Exempt
LOCATION On Site Only – Jackson Rd. Sacramento, CA
SCHEDULE Monday- Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm 

About the Position…

The Childcare Teacher works under the supervision of the Senior Director of Behavioral Health to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. As a Childcare Teacher you will be responsible for promoting children’s physical, emotional and social development through prepared evidenced based curriculum and assessments and creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. You will be responsible for effective and efficient delivery of services to all children, clients, and volunteers. This position is responsible for the safety and security of children and the facility, as well as the supervision of all children. 

You’ll be responsible for…

• Has the ability to manage large and small groups of children.
• Promote school readiness through early education and care.
• Communicate effectively with parents about their child’s progress.
• Communicate with compassion and confidentiality with parents and providers.
• Create an environment that welcomes children and parents.
• Maintain a clean and organized childcare setting.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of all children in your care.

You must have...

• High School Diploma
• 2 years of experience with children in a community setting, successful completion of Early Childhood Education (ECE) courses (12 core units). Willingness to continue professional growth opportunities and participation of on-site professional development programs.
• Fluent in English language (spoken and written)
• Proficient knowledge of email, copiers, fax, and internet 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
• An incredible passion for our mission
• Must meet all California Community Care Licensing requirements.
• Required License/ Certifications: First Aid/CPR and TB (to be completed during hiring process)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical requirements for performing the essential functions of this position require the employee to be able to:

• Standing/walking approximately 20% and sitting 80% of the time
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to hear and respond to simple and sometimes critical messages exchanged in noisy/high traffic areas.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

It's a plus if you have..

• Fluency in Spanish language (spoken and written)
• Trauma informed training 
• Experience working with unsheltered families.

You'll be successful if...

You’re a strong communicator.
You take your role seriously and are a great communicator in verbal and written communication. You’re intentional about giving internal and external clients a positive interaction.

You're organized and diligent.
You can multitask because you keep things in order. You can handle and prioritize multiple projects of various origins at once. You follow through on every request, no matter how big or small. You keep your cool under pressure and know how to prioritize your responsibilities. And when you need help, you’re not afraid to ask.
 
You’re exceptionally people oriented.
You can relate to all types of people and you’re a skilled conversationalist. You enjoy meeting new people; developing and maintaining relationships is a natural tendency.
 
You’re a problem solver and a strategic thinker.
You find new and efficient ways to streamline and create processes to make things run more smoothly. You are analytical and can infer the implications and consequences of approaches and anticipate potential issues before they occur.
 
You are a team player.
You care more about overall results than personal recognition. You genuinely love collaboration and the process of working together to accomplish. You thrive in an environment where people are passionate about their work and mission. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments.

You are committed to promoting dignity, diversity, and equality.
You believe in focusing on the solution, not the problem, and always write with dignity and respect at the forefront.

Saint John’s Program for Real Change is an equal opportunity employer.