For over 30 years, Family Connections has provided opportunities for families of different backgrounds to work together cooperatively, sharing cultures, values, knowledge, and resources. We are comprised of a dynamic staff, dedicated to supporting our community and passionate about improving the lives of the families we serve.
Working at Family Connections
Family Connections invests in employees’ success and careers through strong mentorship, professional development stipends, staff training days, and opportunities for growth. We offer 15 paid holidays, generous time off, and staff appreciation events. View our Employee Benefits to learn more about our extensive compensation package.
Current Openings
The Pre-K program supports the development and nurtures each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. The Pre-K Teacher works closely with parents, caregivers, co-teachers, substitutes, and trainees to develop and nurture each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. The teacher works within the licensing requirement staffing ratio in place at Family Connections.
This position supports the training, coaching, and scheduling of substitute teachers, volunteers, and community partners. The Pre-K Teacher maintains current knowledge of the field and may be required to attend and provide agency in-service trainings. This position works within agency and funder standards.
The Substitute Teacher supports our goal to work closely with teachers and parents/caregivers to enhance their involvement in their child’s educational development. Programs include: Tummy Time, First Steps, Pop N Play, Pre-K, school-age programs, and childcare for our workshops and support groups. Our goal is to ensure children and families have a smooth transition through each stage of their lives.
The Bilingual Family Support Coordinator works in partnership with parents/caregivers, staff, and community agencies to build collaborative relationships. This position provides programs that support families as they identify and meet their own goals and nurture the development of their children in the context of their family and culture. The position will support the coordination of programs, with a focus on Vietnamese-speaking families in the Excelsior and Visitacion Valley neighborhoods.
We Are:
Adaptable:
Our services are shaped by the feedback of those we serve. We offer programs that meet families’ changing needs and invest in staff development and technology to thrive in dynamic circumstances.
Collaborative:
We cultivate partnerships with organizations, schools, and public departments to support a comprehensive network of resources and promote mentorship and collective advocacy for a stronger city.
Culturally Humble:
We offer translations, celebrate diverse holidays, and ensure inclusivity in our events and groups, reflecting our commitment to respecting and valuing cultural backgrounds.
Joyful:
Humor is essential and creates a vibrant atmosphere that energizes our efforts and uplifts the families we serve, strengthening community bonds.
Respectful:
We ensure that voices are heard and individuals feel included, fostering a non-judgmental environment where staff, families, and partners are valued.
Trusted:
We offer swift, compassionate, and consistent support when families need it most, building deep relationships between our community and staff.
