Preschool Teacher Classroom Aide

Epiphany Center is grateful to be named to Newsweek magazine’s list of “America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers” 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.

Epiphany Center is a non-profit in San Francisco providing client-centered care to a diverse population of children, women, and families who are the most vulnerable in our society. Our purpose is to strengthen family life and to enhance the physical, social-emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth of each person in our care.

We are Growing!! Epiphany is expanding our Early Childhood Education Center from 15 to 44 children, including our first ever Preschool program, 4 additional renovated classrooms, and a 17,450 square-foot green schoolyard for learning and playing. Come and be a part of our growing team and make a difference in a little one's life!

POSITION OVERVIEW

An Epiphany Preschool Teacher is responsible for providing primary care for children ages 36 to 57 months in the Parent Child Center under the direction of the Preschool Lead Teacher. This involves meeting all developmental needs of the children, creating Individual Learning Plans with parents, PCC Site Supervisor, and Mental Health Consultant and implementing them in the classroom, as well as the care of all materials, furnishings, and equipment utilized in the care of the children. This position is responsible for maintaining daily classroom schedule, including indoor and outdoor activities. The Preschool Teacher oversees the completion of required reports and assessments for children in the program. Epiphany follows PITC curriculum with a nature-based filter for optimal exploration opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job duties and meet the qualifications listed below:

• California Child Development Teacher Permit or an Associate Teacher Permit with the intention of obtaining a Teacher Permit within 18 months.
• AA or BA in Early Childhood Development or Special Education, preferably in an inclusive or early intervention setting.
• Requires 1 year of experience as a Preschool Early Education Teacher in a licensed program.
• Familiar with trauma informed care.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid certificates before starting in the classroom.
• Must meet Agency conditions for employment including requirements of annual TB testing, immunizations, and Child Abuse Reporting and Fingerprinting clearances
• Must demonstrate personal qualities of maturity, responsibility, good judgement, a joy of playing with young children, and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Experience with young children in an outdoor setting is a plus.
• General computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and written English skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct supervision and quality physical care supervising & engaging with children during activities, playtime, and transitions ensuring their safety and well-being while fostering child exploration and discovery.
• Create and maintain a safe, stimulating, and organized classroom environment by establishing classroom routines.
• Implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities covering all developmental areas (cognitive, social, emotional, physical) by utilizing a variety of teaching methods, including play-based learning, nature-based learning, storytelling, music, art, and social skills learning.
• Able to adapt teaching strategies to meet the individual needs and learning styles of each child.
• Support children’s social and emotional development through positive child guidance approaches and the development of positive relationships in the classroom.
• Provide positive modeling of early intervention strategies for parents or relatives participating in the program, modeling appropriate and respectful behavior.
• Participate in developing an Individual Learning Plan for each child with their parents, PCC Site Supervisor, and Mental Health Consultant and ensure that the plan is implemented in the classroom.
• Maintain daily logs, contact notes, and accident reports and communicate with parents providing updates on their child’s progress, behavior, and development.
• Observe children’s development, learning styles, and behaviors to identify strengths and areas of growth. Complete DRDP & ASQ 3 assessments in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Mental Health Therapists or Behavioral Specialists to optimize children’s outcomes as needed.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, faculty, children, and their parents in a mature, respectful manner.
• Maintain client confidentiality in all circumstances as required by professional ethics and legal requirements.
• Perform effectively and professionally under pressure.
• Perform and facilitate light housekeeping tasks as assigned to maintain a healthy and safe environment for the children.
• Attend all In-services, case conferences, and meetings as scheduled. (May include occasional weekend training) to enhance skills and knowledge. May also require occasional extended hours for Alumni Reunions and Family Engagement Activities.
• Arrive to work and meetings following required hours of attendance as outlined in the Epiphany Handbook.
• Acknowledge safety policies, procedures, and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Support and implement the MSJ-SE mission and the philosophy of the Daughters of Charity.
• Comply with program guidelines, policies, procedures, CA Licensing policies, program performance standards and other regulatory requirements.
• Meet monthly and as needed with the Site Supervisor.
• Other tasks as assigned

The Preschool Teacher will be required to use a cart to move laundry or dishes and use the elevator when needing to bring items to the second floor.

Most duties will be performed in a well-lit, heated, and/or ventilated indoor setting; some will be performed during daylight areas outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, with occasional loud noises such as crying and city noises.

The Preschool Teacher understands that all teachers will be exposed to biohazards such as human body fluids and ensure that teachers will strictly follow all recommended guidelines for health and safety.

The compensation for this teaching position is determined by the candidate’s number of ECE units, and type of teaching permit held.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $34