Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

• To supervise and enrich school age children (teacher:child ratio 1:14) in an after-school and summer program setting; lead development and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities/curriculum.
• Conduct annual classroom evaluation utilizing School Age Environmental Rating Scale (SACERS) as well as bi-annual development assessments (DRDPs) to inform implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Implement weekly social-emotional lessons using approved curriculum (e.g. SPOT Second Step)
• Effectively engage parents in supporting their childs development; work in partnership with parents to assess children individually; distribute parent education materials; address behavior directly as appropriate and seek guidance from Program Director when necessary.
• Ensure positive and open communication with colleagues
• Actively participate in weekly School Age meetings and summer planning sessions
• Responsible for ensuring professionalism respecting confidentiality and following agency procedures regarding conflict resolution. Works well with others as part of a team.
• Work closely with Director to foster a positive culturally affirming climate in the classroom and obtain guidance as needed. Follow procedures listed in the Employee Handbook and Family Handbook.
• Responsible for regular child documentation including evidence collection for developmental assessments parent communication and incident reports
• Support childrens development in an inclusive nurturing kind manner with emphasis on positive behavior guidance
• Actively participate in staff training and professional development activities; staff and agency team meetings.
• Maintain aesthetically pleasing safe and hygienic classroom environment.
• Maintain current Child Development Permit (including 21 hours of professional development and/or academic coursework annually) CPR and First Aid certification.
• Be a strong ambassador for the agency including knowing and adhering to the agencys mission values and programs; referring program participants; and engaging volunteers and donors when possible.
• Complete any related tasks assigned by Child Development managers or Leadership Team.
• Supervise and interact with children requiring a full range of motion to lift reach squat climb sit and otherwise fully participate in activities
• Consistent attendance and punctuality

• Maintain a valid Class C drivers license and insurability at non-risk rates
• Transport children in a NMCS 9 passenger van to and from NUSD school and on field trips.
• Knowledge of current safety and road regulations for the state of California.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment within passenger van while transporting children (i.e. proper discipline techniques readiness to administer CPR/First Aid etc.)

• Associate Teacher Permit or higher OR 12 ECE units including core courses.
• English fluency
• 3 years of experience as a center-based or FCC childcare provider or teacher
• Ability to supervise and interact with children requiring a full range of motion to lift reach squat climb sit and otherwise fully participate in activities.
• Valid Class C drivers license and insurability at non-risk rates
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (can be completed upon hire)

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• 1 year experience as a teacher for ages 0-5

Conditions of Hire:

• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless granted a medical or religious exemption.
• Pre-employment health exam including proof of vaccinations and TB test clearance.
• Criminal record clearance or exemption from California Department of Social Services. All convictions other than minor traffic violations require an exemption including convictions that have been expunged.

North Marin Community Services welcomes and encourages all qualified candidates to apply especially as we recognize that people bring experience and skills beyond just the technical requirements of a job. We also know that self-doubt can sometimes get in the way of stretching professionally so if your experience is close to what you see listed here please consider applying. We value our differences and respect everyone regardless of race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin citizenship status marital status genetics AIDS/HIV medical condition political affiliation disability age status as a victim of domestic violence/assault/stalking or military/veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance and/or accommodation with applying for a job please contact or ext. 255.