Job Description
Spanish Preschool Teacher
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Spanish Preschool Teacher to join our team at Terra San Francisco. International applicants are welcome to apply - we provide assistance with visas.
You will play a critical role in creating a positive, emotionally safe, and enriching environment for our preschool students, ages 2.5 to 5.5.
About Our School
Teachers are at the heart of our school. We are a multilingual private school that combines small class sizes, whole-child development, and nature-based learning.
We are located in the Outer Richmond District of San Francisco, just south of the Golden Gate Bridge. During outdoor Earth Education days once a week, we take a school shuttle to scenic green spaces in Marin, San Francisco, and the Peninsula. To help with the commute, we provide a San Francisco Shuttle for both students and teachers.
What's Unique About Us
- Spanish Immersion. We believe young children are capable of learning a second and/or third language. Bilingualism & trilingualism also helps them develop empathy and cognitive skills, as well as an appreciation for diversity.
- Reggio Emilia Inspired. Our children are center stage. Their interests and passions drive the topics discussed in class, while teachers facilitate their cognitive, social, and emotional skill acquisition.
- Nature-based Learning. Once a week, children explore the outdoors with an experienced Earth Educator to cultivate their sense of wonder and curiosity.
Why Work With Us
- Small Class Sizes & Ratios: We offer ratios that are smaller than those found in traditional childcare centers. This fosters stronger and more intimate connections with children, families, and fellow educators.
- Holistic Child Development: Our project-based, Reggio-inspired curriculum, outdoor classroom, and social and emotional learning curriculum are centered around nurturing the multiple intelligences of each child.
- Diverse & Inclusive Community: Learn from a diverse and inclusive group of fellow educators, students, and families who value kindness. Over half of teachers and students are multi-ethnic, a third of families receive scholarships, and a third have lived abroad.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's or graduate degree, or in the process of obtaining one.
- 12 hours of Early Childhood Education (ECE) college credit units, or equivalent.
- Two years of experience teaching preschool or kindergarten students.
- Advanced oral communication skills in Spanish.
- Intermediate oral communication skills in English.
- Ability to create and implement lesson plans that support learning objectives.
- Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate openly, professionally, kindly, and empathetically with students, parents, and staff.
- Demonstrated proficiency in classroom and behavioral management.
- Passion for learning and youth development, particularly in the preschool age range.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Reliable transportation to and from Mill Valley.
- Commitment to a full school year.
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a valid medical or religious exemption.
- Clear background check (provided by the Terra Schools).
Job Responsibilities
- Supervise to ensure physical safety of children.
- Create and co-lead daily flow and curriculum.
- Co-lead and engage a group of 5 to 15 students in age-appropriate free play, snack and lunch times, curriculum lessons, naps, transitions, drop-offs and pick-ups.
- Educate students on the semantic and syntactic aspects of the Spanish language through content-based inquiry in a Spanish-immersion setting.
- Implement compassionate and effective classroom and behavioral management strategies, in line with the Terra Schools' values and Reggio Emilia philosophy.
- Communicate openly and professionally with students, parents, school day staff, and after school staff.
- Foster an emotionally safe and supportive environment for all children, teachers, and parents.
- Facilitate a smooth hand-off to after-care teachers when the school day ends at 3:15pm.
- Collaborate with staff and co-teachers to continuously improve and strengthen the program.
- Adhere to the duties and responsibilities outlined in the Employee Handbook or mandated by State or Federal regulations.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive pay rate ranging from $20 to $32 per hour, based on experience and location.
- For international applicants, we will help with your visas.
- Federal holidays and weekends off.
- Opportunity for professional growth, including potential advancement to be a Preschool Director or run the After School Program.
- Covid-19 Safety: Free daily access to covid tests, masks, and hand sanitizer.
- Free parking for employees in our parking lot and on the street.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Work at office, 1 day per week