Early Childhood Teacher Job at South Peninsula Hebrew Day School, Sunnyvale, CA

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  • South Peninsula Hebrew Day School
  • Sunnyvale, CA

Job Description

Early Childhood Teacher

South Peninsula Hebrew Day School Early Childhood Program is seeking qualified early childhood teachers to work with children 18 months through 5 year olds. Now interviewing both English and Hebrew speaking teachers.

We are offering 2 different positions:

1. Early Childhood floater teacher. Working hours: 8:00am -4:30pm

2. Early Childhood classroom classroom teacher. Working hours: 8:00am -4:30pm

Key Responsibilities:

  • Creating a Safe and Engaging Environment: Establishing a nurturing and stimulating classroom that promotes exploration and creativity.
  • Developing and Implementing Curriculum: Designing and adapting curriculum to meet diverse learning needs and children's interests.
  • Observing and Assessing Child Development: Utilizing observation skills to track developmental progress and adjust curriculum accordingly.
  • Collaborating and Communicating: Effectively communicating with families and colleagues, and working as a team to enhance classroom practices.
  • Ensuring Compliance and Documentation: Completing required documentation and adhering to licensing regulations.
  • Providing Positive Guidance: Supporting children's social-emotional development through positive guidance techniques.
  • Maintaining Professionalism and Adaptability: Demonstrating reliability, flexibility, and openness to feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Meeting Physical Requirements: Possessing the physical ability to actively engage with children and perform necessary duties.

This position demands a thorough understanding of child development, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to the dynamic needs of young learners.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

A dedicated individual who is passionate about working with children and possesses a strong understanding of early childhood development. They should be patient, energetic, and eager to engage with children on their level, while also being a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills. Essential qualities include responsibility, punctuality, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. The ideal candidate demonstrates genuine care for children's well-being, fosters a fair and respectful environment, and is motivated to provide meaningful instruction. Fluency in Hebrew is a plus, but not required.

Job requirements and qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred but not required.

Experience: Minimum 6 months experience working with children ages 2-5 in a licensed child care center or comparable group program.

Early Childhood Education Units: Minimum 12 ECE semester units (including core classes).

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Organization: Excellent time management and attention to detail.

Interpersonal Skills: Flexible with strong conflict resolution abilities.

Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing professional growth and reflective practice.

Preferred Knowledge: Knowledge of open-ended, play-based learning environments.

For eligible employees: H ealth, dental and vision insurance, 403b plan

Pay: $27.00 - $30 per hour

About the school:

South Peninsula Hebrew Day School, located in Sunnyvale, is an established institution with over forty years of history. South Peninsula, currently serves students from preschool through eighth grade. The school is bilingual and bicultural. Our students are diverse with respect to their ethnic backgrounds, countries of origin, languages spoken and levels of economic privilege. Bridging this diversity is a core part of the school's mission. Our preschool’s philosophy is a Jewish, open-ended, play-based environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 8 hour shift, Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Hiring Manager: Lily Schwartzman. Feel free to reach out to via LinkedIn:

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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