Description Site Location Village Park Preschool 1535 California Dr Burlingame, CA 94010
Village Park Preschool Program Village Park Preschool is a play-based preschool program offered by the City of Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department at Village Park. We offer 3 programs:
• Lil Sprouts (2 year olds) • Cottage Kids (3 year olds) • Afternoon Owls (3 year olds)
The emphasis of the program is physical, social, and emotional growth in a child-centered environment. Activities are designed to foster a healthy child that develops an early love of learning. Village Park Preschool programs strive to create an environment inspiring each childs individual creativity and self-expression. Children participate in arts, crafts, music, body movement, basic science, cognitive games, creative, dramatic play, cooking, circle, and story time, fine and gross motor skill building, and phonics awareness.
Preschool Teacher The City of Burlingame is looking for an energetic, caring, creative, and responsible Preschool Teacher. Under the direction of a Recreation Supervisor, the Preschool Teacher plans, schedules, and organizes preschool classes for the Citys Village Park Preschool program, assures policies and procedures are maintained, and performs related work as required.
Essential Duties Plan, organize, and implement activities that support early childhood education and socialization. Lead a variety of activities including but not limited to: • Arts and crafts • Organized games • Story time • Music • Singing activities • Science • Cooking • Early writing skills • Interactive circle time Ensure proper safety precautions are observed. Maintain and care for supplies, equipment, and the facility. Report any supply requests and facility maintenance needs. Set up daily snack, change diapers, and support toilet training. Help with preparation of monthly newsletter. Complete assigned paperwork including timecards and incident and accident reports. Communicate regularly with parents and staff to disseminate information and build positive relationships. Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications Knowledge of early childhood education principles, curriculum development, and best practices. Completion of 24 units of Early Childhood Education. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Previous experience in a preschool or childcare setting is preferred.
Class Times School Year (August-May) • Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9am-11:30am (2 year olds) • Tuesday, Thursday: 9am-11:30am (2 year olds) • Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:45am-12:15pm (3 year olds) • Tuesday, Thursday: 8:45am-12:15pm (3 year olds) • Tuesday, Thursday: 12:30pm-3:30pm (3 year olds) Summer Camp (June 9-August 8) • Monday-Friday: 9am-12pm (3-4 year olds)
Work Schedule 8-20 hours a week Maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year
Benefits Healthy Workplaces Healthy Families Act of 2014 Paid Sick Leave Benefit This benefit accrues at the rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked to a maximum benefit of 24 hours per year. There is no cash value associated with the benefit. No other benefits are offered. This position is at will and is not part of the Citys Civil Service System. There is no guarantee of hours and employment may end at any time.
Salary $25.48-$31.57 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
To Apply Please complete an online job application at www.calopps.org Filing Deadline: Ongoing until filled Recruitment Contact: mcrossfieldburlingame.org
Supplemental Questions What experiences have prepared you for this position? What do you like most about working with young children? Describe a lesson you planned and implemented that inspired the children in your class.