Teacher

Organization Overview

Family & Child Empowerment Services (FACES) provides families who live and work in San Francisco with high-quality early childhood education and enrichment; job support, training, and placement; and comprehensive family support services and referrals. Our mission is to empower families who live and work in San Francisco to transform their futures through evidence-based educational and economic opportunities.

Position Summary

Our FACES Teachers are passionate about early childhood education, kids in general and work in a supportive and collegiate environment where you can make a difference. These positions are non-exempt and will report directly to the Site Supervisor.

• What You’ll Do
• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and rich learning environment per FACES standards
• Support children’s growth in key developmental areas (social-emotional, language and literacy, cognitive, and physical) and provide positive guidance
• Use age appropriate positive guidance techniques and model behavior for children
• Ensure positive teacher/child interactions and relationships in the classroom
• Maintain Community Care Licensing (CCL) standards and train and supervise staff regarding CCL regulations
• Collaborate with the teaching team to understand and implement appropriate developmental expectations of the age group
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including closely supervising children and conducting health checks
• Contribute to weekly developmental observations and DRDP assessments
• Be responsible in creating and maintaining positive family relationships
• Communicate with parents/caregivers daily around their child’s day and milestones
• Maintain a polished, well-groomed appearance at all times
• Attend staff meetings and professional development/trainings

Qualifications

You have a solid mix of the following knowledge, ability, skills and experience

• Hold or are qualified for the California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or Higher
• Two (2) + years classroom experience in ECE setting (preferred)
• Experience with State or Federally funded child care programs (preferred)
• Commitment to working with families from marginalized communities
• Effective and compassionate communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of an interdisciplinary team as well as the ability to work independently, demonstrating strong initiative and enthusiasm
• Professionalism, punctuality, flexibility, self-motivation and reliability are essential
• Able and willing to travel locally for job related duties as needed
• Ability to meet required state, federal, local, and CDC standards (including but not limited to fingerprint clearance, negative TB test, First Aid, CPR)
• COVID-19 vaccinated strongly preferred (weekly testing required for unvaccinated staff)
• Able and willing to travel between our centers as needed
• Able to lift up to 50lbs
• A deep commitment to aligning all program practices to FACES SF values, especially around equity, inclusion, and belonging for all our stakeholder
• Strong passion for and a desire to humbly reflect, learn, and grow in pursuit of our mission
• A sense of humor- we believe joy and justice go hand in hand!

What We Offer

• Hourly rates starts at $28.00- $38.40 and increases based on experience and qualifications
• Healthcare premiums 100% paid for employees and 25% paid for dependents
• Three weeks of vacation, ten sick days, paid holidays, including one-week winter closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• A retirement plan with employer match up to 7% of your salary
• A chance to positively impact the lives of young children and their families
• A fun, dynamic and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to join a movement to achieve educational, economic, and racial justice!

FACES is a welcoming space for all. We embrace diversity in all forms- race, gender identity, sexuality, country of origin, religion, or ability. Candidates with diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

FACES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

A 8 hour shift will be between operating hours. 7: 30am-5:30pm