Preschool Teacher Director

4 days ago

San Francisco, California, United States Telegraph Hill Cooperative Preschool Full time

Teacher-Director – Parent Cooperative Preschool

Telegraph Hill Cooperative Nursery School (TelHi Co-op)

Russian Hill, San Francisco
| Part-
Time, Exempt | $60K+ DOE + potential bonus

About Us:

Founded in 1954, TelHi Co-op is a beloved small parent-participation preschool where teachers, families, and children co-create a nurturing, play-based learning environment. Parents assist in the classroom daily under teacher guidance, as well as assist with all aspects of running the nonprofit school, fostering a true cooperative community.

Schedule & Role Overview:

  • School hours: M–F, 8:45am–12:45pm
    (follows SFUSD calendar)
  • Teacher-Director hours:
    Approx. 7:45am–2pm M–F, with approx. 2-3 hours of evening meetings per month and 2-3 half days on weekend events per semester
  • 8-week unpaid summer break; plus 1 paid week before and 1 paid week after for setup and wrap-up
  • Onsite presence required; some admin work and meetings may be completed offsite

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach daily in a play-based classroom and lead curriculum development
  • Supervise parent/caregivers volunteers. Conduct twice-yearly child assessments and parent conferences
  • Organize parent education, onboarding, and training, or delegate to parent workers
  • Manage preschool operations: licensing compliance, enrollment, and facilities
  • Collaborate closely with the Parent-led Board on budgeting, strategic planning, and outreach
  • Communicate proactively with families; in charge of newsletters, updates, and in-person meetings
  • Liaise with SF Rec & Park/landlords for site upkeep or delegate to parent workers
  • Represent TelHi Co-op at parent-organized open houses and community events (in-person/virtual) as needed

Required Qualifications:

  • At least 24 units of ECE/CD plus 16 units of General Education or CA CTC Teacher Permit Or Associate's degree with 24 units of ECE with 6 units management/administration and two units supervision or CA CTC Site Supervisor Permit, (Alternate Teacher/Director qualifications considered within the Child Development Permit Matrix).
  • Candidates also must comply with all other legal requirements and complete any required courses (e.g. CPR/First Aid) needed as a preschool teacher and Teacher-Director in California. Candidates must stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccinations.
  • CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, and Healthy Schools Act certifications (or willingness to complete), and Fingerprint clearance
  • Proof of TB clearance, and up-to-date flu, COVID, pertussis, and measles vaccinations
  • Computer literacy and record-keeping skills
  • Strong communication and leadership qualities

Preferred Qualities:

  • Experience in a play-based preschool and/or co-op environment
  • Background in child development, brain development, and emergent curriculum
  • Creative, flexible, and collaborative mindset
  • Familiarity with working with a Board of Directors or a nonprofit structure
  • Passion for community engagement and responsive teaching

Compensation & Benefits:

  • $60,000+/year DOE + potential bonus
  • 27 paid days off: includes 12 PTO + 2 weeks winter break + 1 week spring break + 8 Government holidays
  • 8-week unpaid summer break
  • Professional development stipend
  • Small, committed school community with deep family and alumni involvement from multi-alical and creative.
  • Ample Classroom space and storage located within a public playground (Major maintenance and upkeep are managed by SF Rec & Park)Neighborhood SFMTA parking permit provided

To Apply:

  • Submit cover letter, resume, and two references to: Applications accepted until the position is filled. Start Date would be early fall 2025.

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