Preschool Teacher/Assistant Teacher

Oakland Community Montessori School at FBE Schools

Toddler Support Teacher

Who We Are

FBE Schools is a major program of The Foundation for Black Excellence, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide comprehensive intervention, prevention, education, and community services for vulnerable populations in the community.

FBE Schools believes that the traditional method of education used in most schools is based on a system of oppression designed to maintain the status quo. To meet the needs of today’s children and society’s future needs, we must provide children with an education that fosters independence, develops problem-solvers, and promotes the importance of each individual’s contribution to the universe in which we live and work. We work with our communities to provide anti-biased and anti-racist Montessori schools that develop children who are lifelong learners, seekers of the truth, and fearless advocates for justice.

The Opportunity

Oakland Community Montessori School at FBE Schools (OCMS) is an in-home family child care center located in the Crestmont neighborhood of Oakland Hills. OCMS seeks a caring and compassionate Support Teacher who is focused on liberatory education and affirming all children. The support teacher works directly with the lead teacher in preparing the environment and caring for children.

What We Offer

• A fulfilling and affirming environment
• Ongoing professional development
• Career growth and promotion opportunities
• The opportunity to imagine, develop, and implement a high-quality educational program that promotes equity and serves the individual needs of each child

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a Support Teacher who shares our love for children and our passion for an anti-biased anti-racist application of the Montessori method. The Support Teacher is a creative, organized and professional caregiver who is excited to work with toddlers ages 18 months to 4 years old. As support teacher, you will report to the Director of the school.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare a Montessori environment in alignment with the vision of the lead teacher
• Support the creation and maintenance of a strong culture that embodies the mission of our organization
• Serve as support teacher, working directly within the classroom (supervise toddlers, support in toileting and diaper changes, set up/clean up activities, including lunch and nap time, etc.)
• Support and maintain a culture of high behavioral and academic expectations rooted in liberatory practices that ensure every child is in a position to learn alongside peers and adults

We’d love to speak with you if you possess:

• An interest in authentic Montessori, rooted in anti-racist and anti-biased pedagogy
• Childcare experience, especially among infants and toddlers
• A passion for social justice and equitable education

We may prefer you over other candidates if you:

• Are a current resident of Oakland, CA
• Have childcare experience, especially with toddlers
• First Aid / Infant CPR Certified

Expected Salary Range:

$17.00 - $20 per hour

INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT AN APPLICATION AT WWW.FBESCHOOLS.ORG/CAREERS

The Foundation for Black Excellence does not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or veteran status or disability.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Toddler care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Infant First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Oakland, CA 94619 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakland, CA 94619: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person