Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Job description:
About us
The Bay Area Crisis Nursery has been a sanctuary for children from birth through 5 years old since 1981. BACN’s mission is simple, yet powerful—to prevent child abuse and neglect by providing supportive services to families. Our goal is to keep families safe and together, preventing children from entering the foster care system and supporting families in alleviating the effects of poverty. For many families, we are their last hope and only support system.
The children who stay with us have parents who are experiencing homelessness, escaping domestic violence, have medical or mental health emergencies, have lost their childcare or their job, are experiencing parental stress, and more. We have been there for families for 40 years and look forward to another 40+ of keeping children safe and providing supportive services to parents.
Please only apply if you have completed 12 ECE units and have 3 years of experience in childcare. Bi-lingual Spanish preferred.
OVERVIEW
The Bay Area Crisis Nursery (BACN) is a licensed crisis nursery caring for children ages birth through 5 years of age. BACN launched the emergency childcare services program during the pandemic in response to the overwhelming need of affordable, and immediate, childcare services. Families are offered up to 30 days of free childcare services within a 6-month period—60 days per year. All of our programs focus on serving low-income families and are offered at no cost.
The Lead Teacher position provides a rewarding opportunity for experienced infant, toddler, and preschool teachers to incorporate learning activities to children in our care. These positions are responsible for providing a safe, developmentally appropriate infant, toddler, and preschool program that supports the development and implementation of age-appropriate activities for the children. Adheres to Community Care Licensing regulations and health and safety practices while ensuring that agency program standards in the operation and care of children are upheld.
Monday - Friday | 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for planning and implementing activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of young children in the Nursery.
- Develops weekly and monthly lesson plans, and adheres to the daily schedule—plans activities, leads group activities, participates in activities and guides childcare workers and volunteers.
- Provides shift supervision and is responsible for total care of children.
- Plays an integral role in ensuring that Nursery program outcomes and key performance indicators are met.
- Assures all childcare needs are met, including medication administration.
- Constantly monitors and maintains the cleanliness and safety of the interior and exterior of the building.
- Reviews and completes written documentation per program requirements, and in compliance with agency policies and licensing regulations.
- Conducts admission and discharge meetings with families when necessary.
- Prepares meals and snacks, and creates the meal and snack calendar.
- Accept responsibility for performance of staff and volunteers during assigned shifts.
- Ensure that the Nursery is well stocked with supplies.
- Stays alert to physical and emotional changes and responsive to the needs of infants and children.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required
- Completion of 12 early childhood education units from an accredited college or university, with a passing grade
- 3 years of work experience in a childcare program in a supervisory role is preferred
BENEFITS
We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, 403b retirement plan.
Bay Area Crisis Nursery provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(B)
- 403(B) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 12ECE Units?
- Do you have experience teaching in a pre-school setting?
- What's your availability for an interview?
- Do you have experience in doing daily curriculum?
Work Location: In person
