Learning Development Associate Jobs in Berkeley, CA

Wu Yee Children’s Services believes nothing is more essential than excellent child care and education for all our children, right from the start.

Wu Yee is seeking associate early childhood teachers who share our commitment to providing infants, toddlers, and preschoolers full access to early learning opportunities that pave the way to bright futures. We operate 12 child development centers in the San Francisco communities where Head Start is most needed. If you thrive in culturally inclusive classrooms, want training and professional development, and support a multi-disciplinary family model, come join our squad of dedicated educators as we continue to expand our services!

Location: 177 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco CA  (Req # 1680) 

Language: Bilingual - Spanish is preferred

Position Schedule: Full - time | Monday - Friday   

Associate Preschool Teacher Responsibilities: 

• Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, assist in the planning and implementation of age and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children, including daily open-ended activities to expand their competencies across developmental domains
• Maintain appropriate teacher – child ratios, ensuring visual supervision of children at all times
• Contribute to a safe, healthy, nurturing, and culturally relevant classroom environment for all children and families
• Understand and follow Wu Yee policies and procedures to ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with licensing requirements, Head Start performance standards, and California Department of Education regulations
• Maintain regular and timely communication with program staff, including, but not limited to the Center Manager, Lead Teacher, and Family Advocates to facilitate effective program performance
• Ensure documentation of all significant contacts with families and maintain up-to-date file records including attendance, emergency contact information, family contact, education data, and file log
• Accurately and promptly complete formal observations, ongoing screening, and assessments of children in your primary care according to the service area timeline
• Develop and maintain portfolios that document the unique strengths, skills, and areas of growth for the children in your primary care on a regular basis
• Maintain appropriate active supervision of children in your care at all times
• Maintain ongoing, open communication with families and conduct parent-teacher conferences and home visits for children in your primary care
• Encourage and promote families’ participation in center activities, field trips, special events, and the Parent Committee and Policy Council
• Participate in the referral process for children with suspected disabilities, as needed
• Collaborate with program staff, the Family Advocate and Mental Health Consultant about concerns or issues related to a child’s development
• Perform Daily Health Checks for children entering the center
• Ensure children are signed in and out of the center daily
• Conduct safety check in the park/playground to ensure the equipment and area is safe for children, prior to the commencement of outdoor activity
• Model and teach children appropriate health and hygiene practices, including tooth brushing, potty training, hand washing, etc.
• Assist with the preparing the classroom for meals and nap time
• Participate in food preparation for the center in accordance with program policies and procedures and state food safety requirements
• Participate in family style eating with the children
• Record meal counts accurately at the time of service
• Follow established teaching staff health and safety procedures; including sanitizing classroom materials
• Clean and sanitize dishes, pots, pans and utensils daily according to Wu Yee policies and procedures
• Assume Lead Teacher responsibilities in the absence of the Lead Teacher
• Adhere to an adjusted work schedule in order to meet needs of program
• Engage in ongoing professional development activities, as required by the program
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

• A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher permit
• A minimum of 1 year teaching experience with young children and diverse populations
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and other staff
• Good communication, as well as maintaining an overall positive and professional attitude
• Demonstrated competence in supporting families
• Models good judgment, effective problem solving and priority setting skills Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The pay range for this position is $35.37 - $40.94. A new hire generally starts between $35.37 and $39.75. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets, relevant experience, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
• Additional $150 per pay period stipend at Golden Gate & Kirkwood Centers.
• 403b with matching contribution after 1 year of service
• Fully paid employee health, dental and vision
• 403b with matching contribution after 1 year
• 14 holidays, 15 days' vacation and paid sick leave
• Employee child care slots at reduced tuition on an as-available basis.
• Lots of opportunity for advancement across the organization
• Extensive paid training and professional development

Wu Yee Children’s Services conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action. We promote diversity and urge women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply for any open position in which they feel qualified. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wu Yee Children’s Services is an equal opportunity employer.