What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher I position at City of South San Francisco?
The City of South San Francisco is accepting applications for Preschool Teacher I.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 AT 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.
About the City of South San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department
The Parks and Recreation Department mission is to provide opportunities for physical, cultural and social well-being; protect and enhance the physical environment; and ensure the effective and efficient use of public facilities and open space. The Parks and Recreation Department is organized by program area, with each program administered by a supervisor, coordinator, or specialist. The Recreation Division sponsors recreation and enrichment programs that meet community needs, address childhood obesity, promote wellness, create a culture of curiosity and learning, enhance the quality of life for the participants, and stimulate economic and community development. The Recreation Division consists of eight program areas, including Aquatics, Classes, Cultural Arts, Preschool and Early Learning, Senior Services, Sports, Rentals, and Youth Enrichment Services, as well as Special Events. Recreation staff are also tasked with operating recreation centers, picnic sites and rental facilities, preschools and select South San Francisco Unified School District after school sites that serve residents of all age groups.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal Preschool Teacher I will be a passionate and dedicated individual who is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. The candidate will possess foundational knowledge in child development and early education practices, as well as the ability to implement engaging and culturally responsive curriculum for preschool-aged children.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and be able to connect with children in a manner that fosters positive guidance, builds self-esteem, and supports emotional and social development. The candidate will be patient, empathetic, and have the ability to create meaningful relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, ensuring that each child’s needs are met while maintaining a positive and inclusive environment.
In addition, the candidate will show initiative, effectively organizing and managing activities and schedules that promote early literacy, math, science, and overall cognitive growth. They will be capable of working within established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines, while also being flexible and receptive to ongoing learning and feedback. Able to manage multiple responsibilities, the ideal candidate will ensure the well-being and safety of children and contribute to the continuous improvement of the preschool program while maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating professionalism at all times.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Experience: Experience as a teacher in similar programs, such as children’s centers, Head Start, state pre-schools, or elementary schools.
Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school and at least 12 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) including core courses in Child Development, Curriculum, Principles and Child, Family and Community. In addition, fifty days with 3 hours per day experience, or Associate teacher permit.
For more information and to submit an application, please visit https://www.calopps.org/south-san-francisco/job-20653561