Preschool Teacher

Temple Sinai - With nearly 1000 member families, Temple Sinai has a vibrant program of religious, spiritual, educational, social and social action initiatives.  Temple Sinai is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, which represents the liberal tradition of Judaism. 

Our vision is to create and sustain an engaged community that welcomes and connects people from all walks of Reform Jewish life.  We strive to nurture the spiritual, educational, and emotional lives of the families and children in our community. 

Temple Sinai Preschool is a play-based, Jewish preschool in Oakland. We strive to create a warm and welcoming classroom and school environment that supports children in positive play, building community, and developing a positive Jewish identity. 

Position:  Preschool Teacher 
Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday
Pay Rate: $23.00 - 26.00/hr commiserate with education and experience. 

Job Purpose: 

Teachers work in partnership with their teams to provide consistent, responsive support across classrooms. This role helps ensure a warm, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for all children by actively engaging in the daily rhythm of the classroom, fostering meaningful relationships, and supporting the implementation of curriculum. Teachers collaborate with colleagues to uphold the school’s values and create a positive, inclusive classroom community. 

Key Responsibilities 

Jewish Values & Curriculum 

• Support the implementation of curriculum and daily routines that reflect Jewish holidays, traditions, and values 

• Foster an environment that reflects our core Jewish values of B’tzelem Elohim (Created in the Image of the Divine), Kavod (Respect), and Kavanah (Intention) 

• Help create meaningful, inclusive experiences that support children’s emerging identities and sense of belonging 

Professionalism 

• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic 

• Maintain confidentiality for all children, families, and colleagues 

• Engage in reflective practice and accept feedback with openness 

• Use time efficiently and responsibly 

• Contribute to a respectful, collaborative workplace culture 

• Attend required staff meetings and school events as outlined in the employment contract, including occasional evening or weekend commitments 

• Be a flexible and supportive member of the school community 

• Adapt to changing needs based on program enrollment and scheduling 

Teacher & Staff Relations 

• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with co-teachers, assistant teachers, and administrators 

• Offer and receive respectful, timely feedback as part of a learning-centered team 

• Participate actively in staff meetings and professional development 

• Demonstrate responsiveness to direction and guidance from school leadership 

• Stay current with communication, including emails, Brightwheel, calendars, and school updates  

Teacher & Parent Relations 

• Greet families warmly and respectfully  

• Maintain confidentiality in all family interactions 

• Support positive and trusting relationships between families and the classroom teams 

Teacher & Child Relations 

• Demonstrate knowledge of each child and a commitment to supporting their individual development 

• Engage with children through a warm, responsive, and developmentally appropriate approach 

• Support peer relationships and social-emotional growth through gentle guidance and presence 

• Participate in children’s play as a coach, role model, and active observer 

• Reinforce classroom expectations and help guide problem-solving and conflict resolution with empathy and respect 

• Redirect behaviors with empathy and understanding, in alignment with classroom norms 

• Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment that nurtures each child’s sense of belonging 

Environment 

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom 

• Support the presentation of materials and classroom aesthetics in alignment with children’s interests and developmental needs 

• Contribute to creating environments that reflect the values, identities, and learning of the children 

Health & Safety 

• Maintain active supervision of children at all times 

• Adhere to all health and safety protocols, including those in the Emergency Preparedness Handbook 

• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and safety of all indoor and outdoor learning spaces 

Qualifications 

Education & Experience 

• Minimum 1 year of experience in an early childhood or early elementary education setting 
• Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth and learning 
• A minimum of 12 ECE Units
• Infant/Toddler Units or a willingness to complete them preferred 

Additional Requirements 

• Up to Date Mandated Reporter Training Certificate 

• Health screening and TB test 

• Immunization records (MMR, Tdap, and Influenza) 

• Pediatric CPR/First Aid 

• Completion of all required Community Care Licensing (CCLD) paperwork