Sherith Israel Preschool Substitute Teacher Job Description
We’re nature based with Jewish roots!
Sherith Israel Preschool is an urban school in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. We provide a rich early childhood learning experience for children ages 2-6. The role entails working within the classroom for children aged 2 to 4 years old. Our children and teachers take daily walks to our neighborhood park and monthly field trips. We have a beautiful, intentionally planned indoor space where children to explore indoor gardening and discover their interests through play and hands on experiences, which help them develop independence, become divergent thinkers and resilient problem solvers.
Reports to
Preschool Director and the Head Teacher
Classification FT or PT 32-40 Hours per week-hourly
Available shifts M-Th 8:45-5:45pm and Fri 8:45-5:15
M-Th 9:00-5:45 pm and Fri 9:00 to 5:00pm
Position Overview
Sherith Israel Preschool is a new preschool for children ages 2-6, just opened on August 14, 2023. Offering a fresh and innovative approach to early childhood education.
Our Mission
We strive to create a profound and enduring impact on the lives of young children and their families. By fostering meaningful connections, we aim to expand our synagogue community by attracting new families who will become engaged and active members for a lifetime. Our goal is to ensure that every family has a deeply personal and fulfilling experience, while equipping our students with the necessary tools for their Jewish lives or fostering an appreciation for Jewish culture and environmental stewardship.
Location
Congregation Sherith Israel Preschool
2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115
Hours
Monday through Friday, 30 to 40 hours per week. We’re looking for sub now through the last day of school, May17th.
Potential options:
1. Candidate can be added to our sub list and used on an on-call basis.
2. This could lead to a full-time potential position in the fall. With part-time work in the summer.
Qualifications
Must demonstrate personal qualities of empathy, patience, ability to express and implement developmentally appropriates practices, clear written and verbal skills, cultural sensitivity, inclusive mindset, able to work collaboratively, leadership and organizational skills, passionate about outdoor education and family engagement.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid certificates.
Must meet agency conditions for employment including requirements for child abuse and fingerprint clearances.
Must love nature and have experience in a Jewish preschool or personal experience with Judaism.
Required Educations and Credentials
Full and Part Time Requirements:
The ideal candidate possesses a current California Child Development Teacher Permit.
BA in ECE or Child Development in progress or completed preferred.
OR an associate degree in early childhood education or core 12 ECE units and a related 2 year degree.
A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in a licensed preschool center.
Preferred but not required, 6 months experience in an outdoor or nature based educational program and/or Jewish preschool environment.
Responsibilities
Implements a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate education program for children ages 2-6, using play based, nature-based, emergent curriculum.
Develop and maintain positive relationship with parents, children, and staff.
Collaborate with others verbally & through written materials.
Provide supervision of children at all times, comply with licensing ratios at all times without exception.
Participates in program meetings, training workshops.
Participates in the growth and development of the young child.
Maintains cleanliness and safety of classrooms.
Complies with program guidelines, policies, and procedures; Community Care Licensing policies; program performance standards and other regulatory requirements.
Reads, interprets, and implements written information such as safety rules, policy, and procedure manuals.
Possessing effective time management skills allows for the successful completion of bi-annual parent-teacher conferences.
Our commitment to Teachers
Sherith Israel is a community-oriented institution that places great importance on the welfare of its teachers. As a community-based preschool, we highly value teamwork and possess a forward-thinking approach to early childhood education.
Please visit our website at. https://www.sherithisrael.org/preschool.html for more information about our school.
We’re a 9 month program running Sept. thru May, with a 6 week summer camp running June-Aug.-working during the summer is an option.
We are open M-TH 8:00 to 5:30pm and Fridays until 5:00pm.
Flexible scheduling to accommodate other obligations.
Salary
$29-$30 per hour
Non-Discrimination Statement: At Sherith Israel Preschool, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or national or ethnic origin in our hiring process. We believe that embracing diversity enriches our team and fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment. We encourage individuals from every background to apply for the Preschool Teacher position, as we value the unique perspectives and contributions that each person brings.
Submit your resume, transcripts, and cover letter to: preschool@sherithisreal.org
