Preschool Teacher in San Francisco, California at Donum Dei Classical Academy

About Donum Dei Classical Academy

Donum Dei Classical Academy founded in 2019 in San Francisco, equips students to become virtuous scholars and servant-leaders who are known, loved, and formed through a rigorous classical and Christ-centered education grounded in biblical truth. Rooted in the liberal arts tradition, we seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God.

School Information

Address: 1560 Treat Avenue, San Francisco CA 94116Phone: (415) 874-9631School Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Extended Care until 5:30p.m.

Position Information

Position Title:

Preschool Teacher

Reports To:

Preschool Director

Annual Salary:

$58,000

Working Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

*During school weeks with early dismissal or other modified schedules, salaried staff should expect to adjust schedules to fulfill the contracted working hours. This may include coming earlier or staying later, or completing necessary tasks or professional development even when students are not present. Details will be finalized with the direct manager.

How This Role Fits into the Team

Each member of our team is essential to building a thriving culture that sees and calls out the image of God in our students and in one another. As we invite students to step into everything they are designed to be and do, our faculty and staff must also reflect and invest in our daily work of responding to God’s calling through an inner posture of discipline, diligence, and dedication. The Preschool Teacher at Donum Dei Classical Academy provides a nurturing, Christ-centered learning environment that fosters the academic, social, and spiritual growth of young children. This role requires a love for learning, a passion for classical Christian education, and the ability to create a structured yet joyful classroom atmosphere.

Ideal Candidate

A gentle, patient caregiver who supports early learners in a developmentally appropriate, Christ-centered classroom. They assist lead teachers in fostering play, exploration, and the beginnings of academic readiness.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degreeAll of the requirements within one of the following options must be met:Option 112 core semester units in early childhood education/development6 months experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child program

Experience

Professional working experience in relevant field(s).

Professional Development

Commitment to ongoing training and spiritual formation throughout the year.

Missional

Alignment

Be passionate about serving families and connecting them to our community as they navigate the journey of discernment, application, and enrollment.Align with DDCA’s vision to seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God.

Faith & Conduct

Be devoted to the truth of the Gospel and to Jesus as Lord.Serve as a minister of the Gospel.Be in good standing with a Christian church, which includes weekly attendance and participation as an active worshipper.

Employment Type & Compensation

Employment Type

Full Time Salaried, Exempt

Sick Pay

7 days frontloaded at start of year

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Healthcare, Computer, equipment & software

Compensation

Annual salary paid bi monthly. Optional partial tuition credit available.

Key ResponsibilitiesStudent Care & SupportFoster a warm, Christ-centered classroom atmosphere where young children feel safe, known, and valued as image-bearers of God.Support children’s daily care needs, including assisting with bathroom routines, diapering as needed, handwashing, and transitions throughout the day.Prepare, serve, and clean up snacks and lunch (depending on schedule), encouraging good manners, gratitude, and age-appropriate independence.Assist children and supervise nap or rest time, creating a calm, consistent, and peaceful environment that supports healthy rhythms.Actively observe children’s behavior, social interactions, and developmental milestones, communicating observations and concerns promptly to the Preschool Director/Lead Teacher.Provide gentle guidance and redirection to support emotional regulation, peer relationships, and positive behavior.Instructional & Classroom SupportAssist the lead teacher and reinforce key learning objectives by engaging children in interactive play, storytelling, songs, and creative projects that build curiosity and joy in learning.Support small group and individual activities by offering encouragement, modeling appropriate behavior, and providing individualized assistance when needed.Help prepare and organize instructional materials and learning centers to ensure smooth transitions and engaging lessons.Classroom Organization & CommunicationMaintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment by assisting with setup, cleanup, sanitizing toys and surfaces, and preparing materials.Support classroom routines and management by reinforcing expectations, modeling respectful behavior, and helping children follow daily schedules.Assist with daily communication to parents and caregivers, sharing highlights from the day and relaying important information as directed by the Lead Teacher.Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher and preschool team to ensure consistency, safety, and alignment with the mission and values of Donum Dei Classical Academy.