Kidango·San Jose, California
The Associate Teacher assists the Lead Teacher and/or Center Director in supervising and educating children while partnering with families. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, maintaining a safe classroom environment, and conducting required assessments.
A little about us… Kidango (kidango.org [https://www.kidango.org]) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life.
We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources.
As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships.
Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels.
Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.
The Early Head Start Associate Teacher assists the Lead Teacher and/ or Center Director and assumes responsibility for general supervision, development and education of children, and partnering with families at our Toyon Center which provides a unique Dual Language Immersion EHS program with an emphasis on Environmental Education programming. EHS is a federally funded school readiness and family support program for low-income and special needs children that promotes parents/guardians as the primary educator of the child.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this Dual Language Immersion center you will be a language model as assigned by program design. Language models will be using either Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin during their working hours at the center.
Develops and implements lesson plans to execute current program goals.
Utilizes classroom materials and routines to promote an environment conducive to age appropriate levels of development, interests, and special needs of the children.
Develops and maintains a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with Head Start, title 5, and title 22 regulations.
Implements rules and practices in support of positive child redirection.
Provides a continuous and interactive process between families and program providers that foster the parent partnership agreements as required by the federal regulations under the Head Start Act.
Conducts required parent/teacher meetings as set forth by both the Head Start Act and Title 5.
Conducts the ASQ and the ASQ/SE with children assigned to cohorts.
Works on the Individualized Education Plan for each child assigned to cohort and updates with family.
Maintains and updates written records and reports in accordance with the head Start and title 5 act in a timely manner.
Maintains an open and friendly relationship with staff, parents, and program volunteers.
Commits to inclusive practice to accommodate children with learning differences and special needs.
Integrates Head Start Federal Mandates into the classroom routines and curriculum plans.
Ensures personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e, feeding, assistance with toiling, including diapering, specialized equipment and so forth).
Attends required classroom, center, and organization meetings.
Assists other centers when requested.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Compensation $35.28—$35.28 USD
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We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.
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A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!
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If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@kidango.org. We’re happy to support you through the process.
Candidates should have a minimum Associate Teacher Permit and 3 ECE units in Infant Toddler Development. Bilingual skills in Spanish are required, with additional languages preferred, along with CPR/First Aid certification and health training.
Market context
In California, classroom teacher roles often stay competitive because licensed centers look for candidates who can show early childhood classroom leadership, lesson planning, and readiness to meet state compliance steps such as background checks and immunizations. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster and save research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your 12 ECE units and recent classroom experience before submitting.