Preschool Early Education Aide Floater (San Francisco)

La Scuola International seeks a Preschool Teachers Aide / Floater. This is a supporting role and is expected to provide the highest quality developmentally appropriate educational support for children. Applicants should be interested in learning about the Reggio Emilia approach International Baccalaureate (IB) Early Years framework and Italian Language Immersion. Ideal candidates should be collaborative proactive and flexible. Solutions-oriented thinkers strong communicators and curious learners will thrive in La Scuolas diverse and dynamic environment. 

The teacher will support and implement the daily program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the School under the supervision and direction of the Division Director and the Head of School. 

Role & Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Support the emotional social physical and cognitive needs of each child;
• Perform required care-giving activities (i.e. feeding toileting changing diapers dressing etc);
• Supervise children at all times inside and outside the classroom;
• Assist the teachers in implementing positive guidance with each child;
• Attend meetings trainings and professional development activities as needed / requested;
• Provide coverage of classrooms during breaks planning time etc.;
• Assist teachers during transitions to get children ready for meals activities nap etc.;
• Clean classroom environment and common areas such as bathrooms and outdoor play areas in accordance with program goals and philosophy;
• Clean toys and educational materials;
• Set and clear tables for meal and snack time;
• Organize art supplies and classroom materials;
• Lift up to 50 pounds;
• Other duties as requested.

Qualifications :

Required Skills Knowledge & Abilities

• Nurturing personality creativity excellent multitasking skills;
• Enjoy working with children including ones with mild learning differences;
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to work well within a team and in a very collegial and collaborative environment;
• Willingness to be an active enthusiastic member of the La Scuola community;
• Excellent attendance and punctuality;
• Commitment to diversity equity inclusion and belonging in our community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working with young children preferred;
• Bilingual and bi-literate in Italian and English with native or near-native Italian proficiency;
• Interest in completing Early Childhood Development Education courses preferred;
• 4 core classes of Early Childhood Education (ECE):
  • Introduction to the Field of Child Development (3 units) CDEV 65
  • Child Growth and Development (3 units) CDEV 53
  • Child Family and Community (3 units) CDEV 67
  • Curriculum for Young Children (3 units) CDEV 66

Additional Information :

Start date:  August 1 2026

Salary:  $22 - $26 per hour commensurate with experience and credentials.

How to Apply: Refer to the Employment Opportunities within and apply online. Please include a cover letter sharing your background and interest a letter of intent and your résumé (translated into English) as a first step. Applicants should be prepared to share three professional references. 

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Prior to beginning work and as a condition of employment in order to comply with the law all employees must provide documentation to prove eligibility to work in the United addition the final candidate will need to pass Criminal Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance a physical exam and provide recent copy of a negative TB test/assessment and other immunization records.

Position receives full benefits including medical and dental coverage. The school also offers group life insurance long-term disability insurance and commuter benefits. Other fringe benefits include sick leave PTO paid holidays vacation days and daily warm lunch.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time