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Jewish Educator, ECE

Jewish Educator, ECE

JCC East BayBerkeley, CA, US
28 days ago
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Jewish Educator, ECE ABOUT THE JCC EAST BAY The JCC East Bay is a welcoming home for people of all ages and life stages.

Inspired by Jewish values, culture, and tradition, we build interpersonal relationships, foster learning and curiosity, and offer accessible pathways to Jewish life.

The JCC’s core programs include early childhood education and preschool; camp and afterschool programs; teen engagement; older adult activities; intergenerational Jewish holiday celebrations; and ongoing opportunities to connect with Jewish life and our richly diverse community.

The JCC East Bay operates from five locations :

  • our full-service building in Berkeley, afterschool programs at Joaquin Miller Elementary, Thornhill Elementary, and Hintil Kuu Ca School in Oakland, and administrative offices on our soon to be flagship campus in Oakland.
  • POSITION SUMMARY Join the JCC East Bay's successful TK program in Berkeley!
  • Our TK program (Kitat Adamah) is in its third year and we're looking for a dedicated Jewish Educator to join us.
  • Kitat Adamah offers a unique blend of Reggio-Emilia philosophy, forest school principles, inclusive practices, and a whole lot of nature-based Judaism.
  • The Jewish Educator, ECE will report directly to the Preschool Director and Lead Teacher, and play a critical role in promoting a safe and welcoming environment to support the learning and individual growth of the preschool community.
  • Educators will create an environment of acceptance where children can grow with a positive self-concept, and where each child and staff member are treated with dignity and respect.
  • Children will be enriched by a developmentally, individually, and culturally appropriate emergent curriculum.
  • Curriculum Planning Develop curriculum that advances the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth of children, in accordance with Reggio Emilia philosophies.
  • Submit lesson plan before the start of every week.
  • Develop curriculum that incorporates a commitment to learning about the Jewish community, values, and traditions.
  • Maintain an understanding of developmental stages in ECE and developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Provide varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children’s active participation, independent choices, experimentation, and problem solving within the context of a structured setting and program.
  • Submit documentation of children’s learning through newsletters, board updates, etc.
  • Classroom Safety Establish and maintain a well-organized, safe, and healthy environment for children.
  • Check materials, equipment, and supplies to see that amounts are adequate and that everything is in good working condition; take preventative measures against hazards to physical safety.
  • Maintain appropriate staff to child ratios for supervising children at all times.
  • Complete accurate reports as directed (attendance, accidents / incidents, illness, medications administration, ID checks, etc.).

Maintain cleanliness of classroom :

  • wash dishes, wipe counters, put things away.
  • Support and Communication Observe and assess the cognitive, perceptual, spoken, non-verbal language, and social, emotional, physical, and personal developmental needs of each child.
  • Share observations with families on areas of interest, strengths, and challenges.
  • Identify, provide, and facilitate additional assessment or interventions when necessary.
  • Intercede in conflict resolution within the classroom; support an amicable resolution for children involved.
  • Help children find a place of calm and comfort, and attend to any injuries.
  • Offer positive guidance strategies while working with children.
  • Establish positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal parent conferences that facilitates the free flow of information about their children.
  • General Participate in team meetings for planning curriculum, other staff meetings and trainings, and other JCC staff meetings.
  • Participate in parent orientations, parent conferences, and community-wide activities and celebrations.
  • Continue professional development through workshops and classes.
  • Assist with early and / or late care, as needed.
  • Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging work.
  • Commitment to anti-bias education.
  • REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 2-3 years of experience in an ECE setting and 12 or more completed ECE units.
  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of current research and practices in early childhood education.
  • Proficient in various skill areas such as planning, scheduling, record keeping, classroom environmental design and arrangement, classroom management.
  • Competent in various skills areas, such as music, art, science, literacy, mathematics, language development, and physical development.
  • Maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.
  • Ability to be on your feet and work a full shift, 5 days per week.
  • Ability to sit on the floor and to get up and down with ease.
  • Ability to lift and carry child, and help child with clothing, shoes or other needs.
  • Ability to diaper change or help child with toilet needs.
  • Quick reflexes to respond to needs of children.
  • Ability to work with teams of teachers in classroom settings.
  • Ability to speak with parents about their children.
  • Commitment to the mission of the JCC East Bay and knowledge of or commitment to learning about the Jewish community, values, and traditions.
  • The salary range for this position is $2 4.92 / hour to $2 5.17 / hour – this range will likely increase to $26.50 / hour to $30 / hour as of October 1.
  • Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, and holidays (including Jewish).
  • This position is represented by the union.
  • The JCC East Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.
  • JCC East Bay policy prohibits unlawful discrimination in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
  • The JCC East Bay complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities.
  • If you require particular accommodations during the application and interview process, please inform us of your needs so that we can provide accordingly.
  • Systemic inequities in hiring have caused women, people of color, LGBTQ+ folks, and others to apply to jobs only if they meet all of the qualifications.

    The JCC East Bay encourages you to apply anyway, as no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications.

  • We look forward to your application.
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