BAY AREA DISCOVERY MUSEUM/DISCOVERY SCHOOL
557 MCREYNOLDS RD.
SAUSALITO, CA 94965
Start Date: September 1, 2015
POSITION SUMMARY
The Discovery School is a Reggio-inspired preschool housed at the Bay Area Discovery Museum, utilizing child-directed curriculum and based on current educational research coming out of the Center for Childhood Creativity. We are currently seeking an inspired and experienced Preschool Teacher to work with the Discovery School teaching team to develop and implement curriculum and provide daily care and supervision of children enrolled in the program. This full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt, contract position runs from September 1st to May 31st, with the option to work Summer Camp as well. The Preschool Teacher reports directly to the Discovery School Manager & Lead Educator.
The Discovery School is looking for teachers whose approach stems from an innate love and respect for children, learning, and the natural world. We favor applicants who have knowledge and experience of emergent and reflective based practice. Our program is the first licensed preschool housed within a Museum in California, and we are fortunate to offer a low student to teacher ratio, an incredibly warm parent community, and opportunities to collaborate with staff of both the Museum and the research based CCC (Center for Childhood Creativity). In addition, we are blessed with a beautiful natural setting, looking out over San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge as we step out of the classroom.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Take a lead role in working with children in the classroom daily, including in planning and preparing activities, curriculum, transitions and circle time.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children enrolled in the program at all times.
• Work collaboratively to develop and implement curriculum that meets children’s developmental needs and embodies the Museum’s educational approach and philosophy.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers on a daily basis to establish positive and respectful relationships.
• Write weekly reflections of school experiences to serve as email communication with families. This involves utilizing a composition program such as Pages or Publisher.
• Work collaboratively to collect, display and disseminate documentation of children’s work. This includes regularly taking careful observational notes and intentional photos.
• Compile and present a teacher presentation highlighting the classroom communities years’ endeavors
• Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of classroom and supplies daily.
• Prepare and organize supplies, including snack.
• Deliver camp programming for 2 of the 4 weeks of annually scheduled school breaks (2 weeks for Winter Break, February Break & Spring Break). Meet with your manager in early fall to determine which 2 camp weeks you will be facilitating.
• Assist and support other Museum programming as needed, including during the family fundraisers Goblin Jamboree, Snow Days, and other programs as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
• BA or BS required; Degree in education, early childhood education, child development or relevant field strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a preschool teacher; 5 years of experience preferred
• Experience as a kindergarten or early elementary teacher preferred
• Minimum of 12 completed ECE units
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and troubleshoot in a fast pace work environment a must.
• Must be trained or commit to being trained in First Aid, CPR and AED for adult, infant and child
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to use computer equipment required (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point,)
• Must work well with a variety of people from various backgrounds and cultures
• Knowledge of child development , developmentally appropriate practices and project based learning
• Flexible, good-humored, team player.
• Ability to move from place to place, work outdoors, bend and lift and carry up to 35 pounds short distances.
• LiveScan and criminal record clearance through DOJ Child Abuse Index
• Proof of absence of tuberculosis (TB) required before starting employment.
TO APPLY, Please send a cover letter and updated resume to:
Bay Area Discovery Museum
Attn: Elisa Pagliarulo, Discovery School Manager & Lead Educator
557 McReynolds Rd.
Sausalito, CA 94965
Email: epagliarulo@badm.org
Fax: 415-339-3905
Please include “Preschool Teacher” in the subject line of your email.
NOTE TO CANDIDATE:
DUE TO THE SENSITIVITY AND REQUIREMENTS OF OUR POSITIONS, YOU SHOULD EXPECT TO UNDERGO AND BE CLEARED OF AN EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND/CRIMINAL CHECK, IF EXTENDED AN OFFER FOR EMPLOYMENT. YOU MAY ALSO BE ASKED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF EDUCATIONAL DEGREE(S), LICENSES OR CREDENTIALS PERTINENT TO THE POSITION.
Our mission: To ignite and advance creative thinking for all children.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum is designed to ignite creative thinking in children. 7.5 acres of natural beauty inspires families to engage in a world of possibilities. Framed by the majestic backdrop of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Museum is a space for imaginations to run wild. Every curated detail of our exhibits brings creative thinking to life for all stages of childhood. Navigate winding tunnels to develop physical and intellectual risk-taking skills. Feel the rush of cold-water tide pools that surprise and awaken curiosity. Imagine new worlds by transforming into a spider, a ship captain, or a bridge builder. At every turn is a new opportunity to challenge the boundaries of creativity.
Now we are taking these experiences beyond our physical location. We launched the Center for Childhood Creativity in 2011 to pioneer new research, thought-leadership, and teacher training programs that advance creative thinking in all children—extending our impact beyond the Museum.
ELISA PAGLIARULO
DISCOVERY SCHOOL MANAGER & LEAD EDUCATOR
EPAGLIARULO@BADM.ORG
Together, we are empowering exceptional education.