TK Afterschool Teacher/Co-Teacher

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Our Organizational Culture  

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to demonstrating values that aim to building strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become. With Truth & Courage, we strive to understand and act on individual and societal truths. We ensure a safe and inclusive environment with Authenticity & Accessibility, allowing everyone to participate according to their needs. Our approach is Dependable & Creative, as we respond to community needs through strong partnerships. Above all, we embody Dignity & Empathy, treating everyone with respect and compassion, and recognizing the inherent dignity in all individuals. 

Position Summary 

The TK After School Teacher / Co-Lead Teacher is part of a team that helps create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for all children enrolled in the program. This role supports collaboration with other teaching staff and fosters respectful, supportive relationships with the families served by the YMCA Preschool. The teacher is expected to model positive behavior, follow all guidelines, maintain a professional and inclusive attitude, and follow all guidelines established by Community Care Licensing, as well as direction provided by the Master Teacher and Site Director.  

Job Responsibilities 

Curriculum & Program Delivery

• Plan and lead developmentally appropriate lessons, curriculum, and daily activities.
• Assist with classroom setup and cleanup.
• Help implement Chinese or Spanish immersion curriculum and uphold quality standards such as ECERS, CLASS, and NAEYC.
• Complete required state-mandated paperwork and observations to support curriculum development.

Classroom Environment & Management

• Maintain a positive, structured learning environment through effective classroom management and active supervision of children ages 3.5 to 5.
• Respond promptly to incidents and complete necessary documentation.
• Arrive on time and prepared for each shift.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized indoor and outdoor environments.

Collaboration & Communication

• Support and collaborate with teachers, aides, volunteers, and families.
• Communicate regularly about child behavior and program updates.
• Report to the Lead Teacher and escalate unresolved issues to the Site Coordinator or Program Director as needed.
• Support family engagement by assisting with Classroom Parent Orientations.

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend professional development, mandatory trainings, and staff meetings.
• Complete all required safety and compliance trainings.
• Follow all YMCA policies related to scheduling, safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Demonstrate YMCA core values and commitment to leadership growth in mission advancement, relationship building, and team development.

Work Environment & Physical Demands 

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. 
• All YMCA employees working with minors hold supervisory and/or disciplinary responsibilities. Fingerprint clearance is required before the first day of employment and will be processed through the Association Office Human Resources department. 
• Staff assigned to SFUSD campuses may be required to complete additional COVID-19 safety training as mandated by the district. 

Disclaimers 

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check. 
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties. 
• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed. 
• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. 

Salary Description 

The TK Afterschool Program Teacher/Co-Teacher position offers a compensation range of $29.00 - $32.00 per hour. This rate is based on salary benchmarking for similar roles and is aligned with grant fund approvals and requirements for the position.  

Qualifications:

Qualifications 

• Must be at least 21 years of age 

• Holds a Teacher Permit or higher (minimum of 24 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units and 16 General Education units) 

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English 

• Available to work Monday–Friday during program hours (up to 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week during the school year) 

• Minimum of 350 days of experience in a licensed childcare setting, with at least 3 hours per day within the past 4 years 

• Current or willing to obtain YMCA-approved CPR/First Aid certification (can be completed upon hire) 

• Physical health screening and TB clearance required before hire, and updated every 2 years 

• Proof of immunization for influenza, pertussis, and measles, as required by state regulations 

• Fingerprint clearance through Community Care Licensing  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, or other languages commonly spoken in the community (preferred) 

• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development 

Salary : $29 - $32