*$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS - $500 upon completing your three months introductory period and $500 after completing 6 months. Previous or current employees are ineligible.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Associate Teacher is responsible for the implementation of the established curriculum for the children, 18 months up to 3-year-olds, in the CANV Kids Development & Family Program operated by the Community Action of Napa Valley. Individual is part of a team effort to meet the individual needs of each child and assure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- An Early Childhood Education Associate Teacher Permit is required
- 3 units in Infant and Toddler care is required
- Knowledge of implementation of child care programs
- Knowledge of the needs of children from low income and ethnically diverse backgrounds
- Knowledge of procedures in a child care setting
- Knowledge of principles of Early Childhood nutrition
- Knowledge of child abuse reporting laws
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative workplace relationships
- Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with people of diverse backgrounds and interests
- Ability to evacuate children in a safe manner during an emergency and be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Qualify for CPR Certificate and First Aid
- Must pass State Criminal Record clearance
- Must show proof of a negative TB test within the last 60 days
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred but not required
- Willingness to work variable hours/shifts
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the operation of all classroom and playground activities.
- Maintaining the health and safety of the classroom and playground environment.
- Responsible for the implementation of a bilingual, multicultural curriculum, which includes health and nutrition; special events; and the motor, cognitive, social and affective skills.
- Maintain required records and documents as required by the State Department of Education, Community Care Licensing and the Child & Adult Care Food Program.
- Conduct daily health screening of children.
- Assessing and meeting the individual needs of each child.
- Distribute medication as prescribed by physician.
- Follow up on any special needs of each child in the program.
- Establish effective communication with parents to facilitate a sense of partnership
- Provide parents with information on their child’s development and on educational and community resources, discipline and parent service activities as needed and when conducting parent conferences at least twice a year.
- Generate parent involvement in all aspects of the program.
- Maintain a flow of communication with other staff to foster program efficiency and effectiveness.
- Attend meetings and training as required.
- Perform CPR and First Aid if necessary
- Respond and take charge in an emergency: evacuate children in a safe manner, check the building and provide other emergency services as needed until help arrives.
- Participate in the evaluation process for staff and program
- Maintain confidentiality as required by law and CANV policies.
- Comply with established CANV procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:
Community Action of Napa Valley (CANV) is a non-profit organization that has served the Napa community since 1965. The agency currently operates a range of programs that provide vital basic services such as food, child care, meals for seniors and volunteer opportunities.
CANV IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have 3 units in Infant and Toddler Care?
License/Certification:
- CA Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (Required)
Work Location: In person
