Las Luciérnagas at Project Commotion is seeking a full time head preschool teacher for our unique early childhood program!
Applicants are advised to read through our website at www.lasluciernagas.org to develop an understanding of our programs, mission and philosophy before submitting an application.
Project Commotion Overview
Founded in 2006, Project Commotion (PC) is a community-based organization located in the Mission District of San Francisco. Our mission is to foster healthy development in children of all abilities through purposeful movement, play, and family and community relationships. PC serves children and youth, along with their parents/caregivers, educators and interdisciplinary support teams -- strengthening inter-generational connections and community health through embodied, educational movement-based programs. Equity and empowerment is at the core of all of our work. Our programs are bilingual English/Spanish, taught in an inclusive environment where children of all abilities can flourish physically, socially and emotionally.
Program Overview: Las Luciérnagas
In 2011, PC launched Las Luciérnagas (LL), a Bi-Lingual Spanish/English Early Childhood Program for children ages 2 - 5. LL is a unique early childhood program where children are invited to learn through play with a focus on gross-motor development and nurturing relationships. LL’s program philosophy centers on four pillars: Connection to Family Community & Nature; Movement & Play; Equity & Social Justice; and Language & Culture
Las Luciérnagas Lead Teacher
Shift: 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday; Classroom duties 8:30 – 3:30 pm daily (Wednesday early release at 1pm followed by weekly meetings)
The LL Lead Teacher is a bilingual English/Spanish speaker responsible for delivering developmentally appropriate child care and education in both languages. LL is a bilingual program that supports multi-language-learners and families who speak Spanish as a home language.
This role is responsible for on-site direct service delivery during program hours. Site Supervisor will schedule weekly release hours (10 - 20%) to attend meetings and complete assigned curricula/administrative duties.
The LL Lead Teacher is the key curricula and teaching leader of PC's early childhood program. The position reports directly to the LL Site Supervisor.
Position Qualification Requirements
Education: AA Degree required with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; preferably a BA or continuing education/working towards a BA degree in Early Childhood Development.
Language(s): Bilingual, bi-literate; English/Spanish.
Salary
Pay range is $64,480 - $79,040 annually, dependent on educational attainment and CDC Permit levels.
Medical Benefits
Full health, dental and vision package included in addition to Sick time, PTO, and paid holidays
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $64,480.00 - $79,040.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- How many education credits of Early Childhood or Child Development do you have?
Education:
Language:
- English and Spanish (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- San Francisco, CA 94110 (Required)
Work Location: In person