DEFINITION:
Under the oversight of the Center Director and the general supervision of the Lead Teacher, position responsibilities will include implementing an environment, which supports and celebrates ethnic and family diversity; and that reflects the evolving practice of a reflective curriculum.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
General Responsibilities
· Obtain, read, and understand the program philosophy, mission statement, personnel handbook, job descriptions, and other related materials covering all positions at the center including his/her own.
· Delegate and performs general cleanup duties and organization of classroom to ensure daily, weekly, and monthly duties are complete; assist when optimal.
· Implement the USDA Food Program for your classroom; Ensure USDA Food Program paperwork is complete, and standards are met.
· Facilitate necessary changes to meet NAEYC accreditation standards.
· Prepare for reviews by Social Service Licensing, CDE, Food/Nutrition services, and Grant-seekers/makers.
· Participate in assigned staff and team meetings, yearly in-service training, and off-site learning opportunities such as workshops or classes.
Classroom Responsibilities
· Develop and maintain children’s indoor and outdoor environments that are nurturing, secure, safe; prevents accidents, illness; encourages play, exploration; promotes problem solving, learning, and growth in all developmental areas; reflects children’s learning styles; and meets the needs of all children enrolled in the program.
· Plan and implement curriculum for young children in areas such as self-concept, sensory awareness, problem solving, concept formation, physical/motor development, pre-literacy, and math skills, while being inclusive of children w/special needs.
· Plan and implements appropriate, multilingual curriculum and environment.
· Assess children’s development, keep progress on each child enrolled in your program, as well as oversee progress records on all children enrolled in the classroom.
· Work with staff and parents to develop strategies for potty learning and other developmental milestones.
· Engage in reflective teaching practices with a teaching team which involves considering individual circumstances, development, and interests of children and incorporating this knowledge throughout the classroom.
Staff Relations
· Support all staff in their duties.
· Maintain open and respectful communication to all staff.
· Participate in the new staff orientation and review process for assistants and volunteers.
· Supervise and instruct assistant teachers, and classroom volunteers.
· Work cooperatively with other staff members, accept supervision, and help promote a positive atmosphere.
· Serve on a team of early care and education professionals.
· Maintain strict confidentiality regarding co-workers.
Family Relations
· Direct staff and parents to agency personnel who can provide information and referral to other agencies for additional services.
· Involve parents in projects to improve programs, and the overall classroom environment.
· Maintain strict confidentiality regarding families enrolled at the center.
· Serve as lead person for assistants, volunteers, and visitors.
· Conduct orientation for new parents to acquaint them with the program.
· Initiate and lead activities that support the parent community, including parent meetings, conferences, home visits, and general support of parent/center relations.
NOTE: Essential Job Functions may be both on and off-site locations, days and/or evenings and/or weekends as well as overnight.
MINIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
· 6 units in Early Childhood Education and/or Child Development
· Commitment to enrolling in a minimum 2 units of ECE/CD each semester until completion of 12 units including Child, Family, Community and Child Development as well as 3 units of infant/toddler development if in an infant/toddler program.
· Current pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.
· In good health and free of active Tuberculosis.
· Must provide completed Health Screening Report, Immunizations and Department of Justice clearance prior to employment.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
· Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
· Ability to work cooperatively with others.
· Demonstrated ability to perform the duties effectively as described above.
· Experience working with a diverse and multicultural population.
· The skills and willingness to deal with sensitive family situations in a non-threatening and professional manner.
· Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, assume postures in low levels to allow physical/visual contact with children and engage in physical activity with children.
· Ability to effectively teach and supervise infants, toddlers, and preschool children.
· Ability to see and hear well enough to keep children safe.
· Ability to communicate well with adults and children of diverse academic, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds, including people with disabilities.
· Ability to serve as a model teacher to students, parents, and community observers.
· Ability to plan, organize, and direct classroom and outside activities.
· Ability to be sensitive to all children in a multilingual classroom while modeling appropriate curriculum.
· Able to reach a child 20-30 feet away in 30 seconds without danger to the staff person’s health.
· Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
· Possession of a California Child Development Permit at the Associate Teacher level or 12 units in Early Childhood Education and/or Child Development including Child, Family, Community and Child Development
· Associate Degree in Human Development, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
· Bilingual ability in English/Spanish.
· Demonstrated successful experience working with state-funded programs and special needs children.
· Special curriculum development skills in a specific area.
· Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the EDS Philosophy Statement and the core values of mutual respect, collaboration and service orientation, multiculturalism and diversity, community service and institutional excellence.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.11 - $24.68 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have college units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development?
- Have you ever worked in a family childcare center or center-based facility? If so, how many years of experience?
Language:
- Spanish bilingually and/or fluently (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Salinas, CA 93905: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
