Preschool Teacher or Lead Teacher

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout JobTrainJobTrain is an organization on the move. We are delivering best in class outcomes, increasing our reach by expanding regionally, and we have committed to an ambitious new expanded mission to help our community to advance beyond the initial job placement, providing career advancement programming to help them achieve “full economic mobility.”

Born out of the civil rights movement in 1965, we’ve been servicing literally anyone and everyone who journeys through our doors at one of our (now) six, Bay Area career or training centers.  We create an environment and workspace where our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering a safe and welcoming place for our clients. We deliver on some of the best outcomes in the workforce development field, with a vision to provide our clients with the long-term support they need to achieve full economic mobility. 

We are growing, and we need your help

About the Department and Role

JobTrain’s Child Development Center serves the children of our clients as well as those of other parents in the community.  Our teachers use an emergent play-based approach to nurture and stimulate children's development.

We are seeking a preschool teacher (either Entry Teacher or Teacher, see below) to complement our current team of preschool teachers and site supervisor.  This team of professionals is responsible for overseeing the classroom environment and teaching children including, but not limited to, instruction, evaluation, and parent conferences regarding the development and progression of each child.  We serve up to 24 diverse children and use a Play-based Learning Curriculum in an active, team-oriented classroom setting.

Our onsite work schedule is: Monday – Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm  
Your 8-hour workday will be scheduled between those hours,
based on staffing level and the needs of the children.

Responsibilities Instruction

• Plans and implements individual and group activities to stimulate growth and development of children’s language, social-emotional, and motor skills, such as learning to follow basic 2-3 step instructions, supporting healthy interactions with others, and developing physical skills through hands-on-learning/play.
• Develops and carries out lesson plans that are consistent with classroom goals and objectives, based on the California Preschool Curriculum Framework standards.
• Utilizes opportunities to create meaningful teaching moments through adult-child interactions as approved by JobTrain and CLASS standards, including one-on-one, small group, and large group interactions.
• Guides and supports children in learning activities.
• Participates in the classroom preparation, daily setup and cleanup and creates an environment for social, physical, and intellectual growth.

Health and Safety

• Develops and maintains an environment to ensure the health and safety of all children in accordance with childcare licensing requirements, such as daily checks of equipment for good repair.
• Participates in the classroom preparation and setup/cleanup, maintaining a regular cleaning and sanitation routine, and regularly rotating classroom materials based on monthly themes.
• Assists children with physical needs.
• Participates in nap and meal setup and cleanup as needed in accordance with the required safety standards and regulations.
• Prepares for and participates in safety drills (fire drills, emergency evacuation, etc.) with children to meet CA requirements.

Communications

• Creates and maintains individual accurate records on children’s developmental progress via Desired Results Development Profiles (DRDP: familiar observations with written detailed observations, work samples, and pictures).
• Conducts parent / teacher conferences based on DRDP assessments of children’s development at least two times per school year.
• Maintains additional documentation, such as: daily attendance, safety checklists, monthly fire and disaster drills, food preparation / meal counts, ad hoc documentation needed for other reporting and other paperwork as needed.

Qualifications

We strive to find candidates who have the qualifications for the role, but who are also aligned with our values of teamwork, community and leadership and have a commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. The specific qualifications for this role are listed below. 

Based upon interest, experience and qualifications, we may fill this role as an Entry Teacher or Teacher role.  Please indicate your interest in the Cover Letter section.

Education / Certifications

• At least 12 semester units of ECE or Child Development, including the 4 core classes
• A current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with the appropriate age-level endorsement issued by the CDA National Credentialing Program of the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition
• Current CPR / First Aid certificate
• Current Mandated Reporter certificate (conducted every 2 years)
• Proof of COVID vaccination required (subject to applicable law)
• Proof of negative TB test within the past 12 months
• Proof of annual Food Safety Training

Experience

• Entry Teacher:  At least six months of on-the-job training and/or work experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program.  Minimum 12 ECE units required.
• Teacher:  2 or more years work experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program.  Minimum 24 ECE units required.
• Lead /Master Teacher:  BA or greater degree, 2+ years work experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program.  Minimum 24 ECE units required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Job Knowledge: Up-to-date knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and local legislation and policies related to childcare, safety and public health; knowledge of Title V requirements, DRDP 2015 and ECERS is preferred. Knowledge of food safety requirements.
• Planning and Organization: Ability to plan and organize age-appropriate curriculum.
• Interpersonal Skills / Communications: Demonstrated passion for connecting with and caring for children; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to interact effectively with children and fellow CDC team members; bilingual (English / Spanish) is a plus, but not required.
• Dependability: Ability to show up for work on time consistently; follow procedures, maintain accurate logs, and perform duties in a timely manner as needed.
• Flexibility / Initiative: Ability to be professional and flexible to respond to changing needs, and take initiative when needed.
• Physical: Ability to independently lift a child weighing up to 50 lbs. in an emergency; ability to squat, kneel, sit, stand, walk around, interact and intervene at the children's level.
• Computer Skills: Prefer basic knowledge of Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other technology and applications necessary to perform the job.  

Compensation and Benefits

JobTrain offers competitive pay (Entry Teacher - $25, Teacher - $27, Lead/Master Teacher $30/hour) and a full benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision, acupuncture and chiropractic, paid time off, retirement program employer match, long-term disability, and life insurance.

To Apply

At JobTrain, we take the interview process very seriously. If you are selected to move through the process, you should expect a couple of telephone screen calls and one or two Zoom / on-site interviews as part of the interview process.  Feel free to include a cover letter to tell us more about yourself, how your background matches our position, or your interest in JobTrain's mission of Economic Mobility.

JobTrain is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, JobTrain does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or national origin, or any other protected characteristic or status.

Also, please note:

• Our focus is on local candidates, we do not offer relocation benefits.
• While we offer flexibility in hours, this position will work daily from our Menlo Park facility.
• Successful candidates must have legal work eligibility in the United States (per USCIS Form I-9 instructions).  
• JobTrain will require the successful candidate to undergo a background check.

Additional Information

We want applicants who are interested in JobTrain's mission, and we encourage you to attach a cover letter to explain why you are interested in JobTrain and how your experience matches with our needs.

At JobTrain, we take the interview process very seriously. If you are selected to move through the process you should expect a couple of telephone screen calls and one or two Zoom / on-site interviews as part of the interview process.

JobTrain is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, JobTrain does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or national origin.

Also, please note:

• Our focus is on local candidates, we do not offer relocation benefits.
• Successful candidates must have legal residency and work eligibility in the United States (per INS Form I-9 instructions).
• JobTrain will require the successful candidate to undergo a background check.

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