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Sunshine Adventures

Lead Teacher

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$88,529 / year median in California

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Lead Teacher Sunshine Adventures San Francisco, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $33 - $39 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications School experience Mandarin Experience working with individuals with disabilities English Teaching experience with young children Early Childhood Education Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Sunshine Adventures is a Mandarin language immersion program grounded in the wisdom of Creative Curriculum educational philosophy and embraces the best contemporary educational practices. Our program cultivates imagination, love of nature, and the spirit of inquiry. The Sunshine Adventures community shares a deep commitment to creating a healthy foundation for every student's intellectual, emotional, social, physical, and spiritual growth through play. Our graduates will distinguish themselves beyond school as independent, creative thinkers who act with integrity and make a positive contribution to our world.
Duties:
Facilitate and supervise all daily activities to ensure a nurturing, friendly, and supportive learning environment; Ensure and monitor daily curriculum planning and preparation that is age appropriate, culturally sensitive, hands-on, and fun by incorporating a variety of interests including art, music, literature, and science; Review, assist, monitor on-going assessments including updating children portfolios, conducting the Desired Results Assessment or the Developmental Assessment and writing Child Update Form on children (2 per month/each child); Plan and modify program to meet the needs of children, addressing areas of special needs, different learning styles, social, emotional and physical needs as well as talents and interests; Implement Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) on all Preschool For All (PFA) children; Interact and observe children through play, treat children with dignity and respect, encourage involvement with other children; Maintain communication with parents concerning child's development including conducting two parent/teacher conferences and/or additional conferences if needed or requested by parent; Work with parents to promote understanding of their child's growth and development; encourage parent participation in school programs.
Qualifications:
At least 6 months teaching experience with Preschool aged children in the US (compensation based on experience) Ability to interact with children, parents, and co-workers in a warm, empathetic, competent, and respectful manner Fluent in either English OR Mandarin. Have at least 12 Early Childhood Education units. Annual health exam and immunization Clearance Criminal Background and Child Abuse Check Clearance Proof of
COVID-19
vaccination record is required
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$33.00 - $39.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Dental Insurance