Teacher 1 (T1)

Sonoma Community Action Network (Sonoma CAN) partners with low-income families and individuals to achieve economic and social empowerment, build community, and advocate for social and economic justice. Our mission is to catalyze equitable transformation by aligning partners and resources to implement values-based, data-driven, community-led solutions that help families reach their full potential.

About the role

Under the supervision of the Center Director, the Teacher I works collaboratively to support high-quality classroom experiences that promote children’s development and school readiness. Implements curriculum, daily routines, and learning environments in alignment with Head Start Performance Standards, written service plans, and California Community Care Licensing regulations. Supports child observation, documentation, required paperwork, and occasional home visits in alignment with the Whole Family Approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and supervision of children in the program.
• Implement Creative Curriculum in partnership with the teaching team.
• Develop, participate in, and lead classroom activities for children.
• Maintain warm, friendly, and professional working relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Support the Center Director in conducting a minimum of 2 parent home visits and 2 conferences per child per year (first home visit done in partnership with the Family Outreach Worker).
• Assist with screenings, observations, and ongoing assessment of children (e.g., DRDP, ASQ-3, ASQ-SE).
• Implement Teaching Pyramid strategies in the classroom to promote social-emotional development.
• Encourage language development in children’s primary and secondary languages.
• Promote good health and nutrition; maintain a clean and sanitized environment.
• Assist with daily paperwork, toileting, diapering, and documentation as directed.
• Ensure confidentiality of client information and records.
• Assist with special projects and assume assignments as required by the Center Director.
• Collaborate with service area managers, supervisors, and center staff to ensure quality services.
• Participate in training, meetings, and team-building processes.
• Understand and implement Head Start Policies & Procedures, Head Start Performance Standards (HSPS), and Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (HSELOF).
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 12 core units (ECE) in child/human growth and development, child/family/community, and program curriculum OR a Preschool Child Development Associate credential OR a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.
• Minimum of 6 months teaching experience in a preschool/infant-toddler classroom.
• High School diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Valid California Driver’s License and a properly insured vehicle for use on the job, or other reliable transportation.
• Must complete Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and Health and Safety Course (can be completed upon hire).
• Current Mandated Reporter Certificate (can be completed upon hire).
• Pass Community Care Licensing criminal record clearance.
• Up-to-date immunizations (MMR and Tdap).
• Current (within one year) TB clearance.
• Current Health Screening Report from a primary physician.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 supervision units (can be obtained during education plan upon hire).
• AA Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 12 months of teaching experience in a preschool/infant-toddler classroom.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Skills

• Working knowledge of child development principles and adult learning styles.
• Understanding of bilingual and multicultural education.
• Basic computer skills (word processing, email).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Sensitivity to culturally diverse groups and low-income families.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret procedures and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to solve practical problems and exercise good judgment.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly dependable, takes initiative, and exercises good judgment with minimal supervision.
• Actively engages in the growth and development of children and builds partnerships with families.
• Works effectively in a team environment and participates in joint problem-solving.

Physical Demands

• Regular verbal communication and active listening with children, families, and team members.
• Frequent movement around the classroom, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and sitting on the floor.
• Lifting or carrying children or supplies up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Routine use of computers, tablets, and written documentation.
• Sufficient visual and auditory abilities for child safety and developmental observation.
• Driving approximately 15% of the time for home visits, meetings, trainings, and site visits.
• Approximately 50% of time spent on documentation and administrative tasks; 35% on direct engagement with children.

Work Environment

• Works in outside weather conditions a minimum of 90 minutes per day.
• Moderate to noisy work environment.
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Pay

$21.00–$25.90 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, 11 or 12 months per year.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (Kaiser or Sutter): 80–95% employer-paid for employee premiums; 50% employer-paid for dependent coverage.
• Elective dental, vision, FSA, and Accident insurance.
• Employer-paid $10,000 life insurance with expandable options.
• Employer-paid Long-term Disability Insurance.
• 401(K) plan with 2% employer contribution and an additional 1% matched contribution after one year of service.
• Employee assistance program and CalPerks.
• Approximately 1 week of vacation in a lump sum after 5 years of service.
• Paid Spring and Winter breaks.
• 96 hours of sick time per year (4 hours accrued per pay period for full-time work).
• 1 floating personal day.
• 16 paid holidays.