Preschool Teacher or Teacher's Aide

Position Information

Reports To: Preschool Director

Employment Type: Full-Time Salaried Exempt

Working Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm

About Donum Dei Classical Academy

Donum Dei Classical Academy, founded in 2019 in San Francisco, equips students to become virtuous scholars and servant-leaders through a rigorous classical and Christ-centered education grounded in biblical truth. Rooted in the liberal arts tradition, we seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God.

School Information

Address: 1560 Treat Avenue, San Francisco CA 94116
Phone: (415) 874-9631
School Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Extended Care until 5:30p.m.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• All of the requirements within one of the following options must be met:
• Option 1: 12 core semester units in early childhood education/development
  6 months experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child program
• Option 2: 6 completed units of early childhood education
  Enrolled in at least 2 semester units at a college until fully qualified.
• Experience: Professional working experience in relevant field(s).
• Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing training and spiritual formation throughout the year.
• Missional Alignment: Be passionate about serving families and connecting them to our community as they navigate the journey of discernment, application, and enrollment.
• Align with DDCA’s vision to seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God.
• Be devoted to the truth of the Gospel and to Jesus as Lord.
• Serve as a minister of the Gospel.
• Be in good standing with a Christian church, which includes weekly attendance and participation as an active worshipper.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a warm, Christ-centered classroom atmosphere where young children feel safe, known, and valued as image-bearers of God.
• Support children’s daily care needs, including assisting with bathroom routines, diapering as needed, handwashing, and transitions throughout the day.
• Prepare, serve, and clean up snacks and lunch, encouraging good manners, gratitude, and age-appropriate independence.
• Prepare children for and supervise nap or rest time, creating a calm, consistent, and peaceful environment that supports healthy rhythms.
• Actively observe children’s behavior, social interactions, and developmental milestones, communicating observations and concerns promptly to the Preschool Lead Teacher.
• Provide gentle guidance and redirection to support emotional regulation, peer relationships, and positive behavior.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing lesson plans and daily activities that support early childhood development through play, exploration, music, stories, and hands-on learning.
• Reinforce key learning objectives by engaging children in interactive play, storytelling, songs, and creative projects that build curiosity and joy in learning.
• Support small group and individual activities by offering encouragement, modeling appropriate behavior, and providing individualized assistance when needed.
• Help prepare and organize instructional materials and learning centers to ensure smooth transitions and engaging lessons.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment by assisting with setup, cleanup, sanitizing toys and surfaces, and preparing materials.
• Support classroom routines and management by reinforcing expectations, modeling respectful behavior, and helping children follow daily schedules.
• Aid in daily communication to parents and caregivers, sharing highlights from the day and relaying important information as directed by the Lead Teacher.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher and preschool team to ensure consistency, safety, and alignment with the mission and values of Donum Dei Classical Academy.