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General Description The position of the hourly Preschool Aide provides additional support to the preschool teachers. The position also gives the aide an opportunity to gain experience with children in the context of the preschool and to glean understanding for the job by observing the teacher at work.Posted: 13-Jul-26Location: San Francisco, CaliforniaType: Part TimeSalary: $29 per hourCategories Classroom Assistant/Aide Early ChildhoodRequired Education Some CollegeGeneral Description The position of the hourly Preschool Aide provides additional support to the preschool teachers. The position also gives the aide an opportunity to gain experience with children in the context of the preschool and to glean understanding for the job by observing the teacher at work.Hours: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Additional hours need to be approved in advance by Lead Preschool Teacher and Grade School Chair.General Responsibilities The aide supports the preschool teachers in maintaining a harmonious and orderly preschool classroom. This includes assisting in all facets of preschool room activities, helping to carry out daily rhythms and leading groups of children or individuals in activities based on the preschool teacher's indications. The aide displays respect for the authority of the preschool teachers and maintains professional attire and image. The aide also displays discretion about all matters pertaining to the preschool and holds boundaries of confidentiality in all communication and refers parents to lead teacher to answer questions or to address concerns. The aide should be able to manage their time to finish projects within the time allotted.Assists the teachers with the supervision of students who may exhibit emotional or behavioral challengesSupervises students when teacher is occupied with other students or when directed by lead teacher to work with individuals or groups of studentsSupervises students during recess, snack, or lunchtime periodsAssists with general maintenance and cleaning of preschoolAssists with preparation of preschool supplies and equipmentAssists in supervision of students in outside preschool spaces when necessaryPerforms other duties as assignedAttends parent conferences as requested by lead teacherMeets regularly with lead teacher for planning and review of workWaldorf Teacher Training (or in process)Enthusiasm and flexibilityTidy and orderly personal presentationEarly Childhood Credits that meet state requirements (6 units completed or in process)San Francisco Waldorf School does not provide employer sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United StatesCompensation $29 per hour. This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. Benefits include San Francisco Sick Paid Sick Leave and San Francisco Health Care Ordinance. This position does not continue through the Summer Break.Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbsWork intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and coldRegularly sitting or standing 4-8 hoursSan Francisco Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school's learning environment, and we are committed to fostering equity and inclusion.FLSA Classification: Hourly; Non-exempt from overtimeReports to: Preschool Lead Teacher, in consultation with the Grade School Steering Committee.#J-18808-Ljbffr