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Infant/Toddler Teacher

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Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2024 06:15 AM

Position Summary: Provides care and education for children and their families in a child care center.
Responsible for the implementation of the program in an assigned classroom and center.
Supervises Instructional Assistants and Associate Teachers in the classroom setting per Center Supervisor.
Supports CAPSLO’s mission by ensuring that children are served, along with their families, at a high level providing a rich educational experience for all who are enrolled.
Required Education and Experience: • Teacher I • AA/AS (2) (6) • 24 units ECE/CD (1) (4) • 6 months related teaching exp.
(3) • RCCP, Teacher Permit or higher (5) • Teacher II • BA/BS (2) (6) • 12 units ECE/CD (1) (4) • 1 year related teaching exp.
(3) • 3 units Supervised Field Experience • Teacher Permit or higher (5) Additional Education & Experience: • Semester Units in ECE/CD include coursework in early childhood education/child development and at least one course in each of the following core areas: • child/human growth and development • child, family and community, or child and family relations • programs/curriculum.
Must have received passing grade of “C” or better or credit.
• Degree must include sixteen diversified semester units in general education (i.
e.
at least one course in each of the following areas: Humanities and/or Fine Arts, Social Sciences, Math and/or Science and English/Language Arts.
• Experience must be in a licensed day care center, comparable home day care or group child care program for children ages 0 - 5 under the supervision of a person who would qualify as a Center Supervisor.
College internships and labs served in a licensed day care center will count as experience.
• For infant/toddler center(s), 3 semester units in infant/toddler development and/or programs must be included as part of the course work requirement for all of the above.
• Must hold appropriate Children’s Center Permit or qualify for an appropriate Children’s Center Permit prior to beginning employment and apply within 60 days of commencing employment.
State Child Development program requires permit be held prior to beginning employment (Temporary County Certificates also acceptable).
• MSHS, HS, EHS programs require AA/AS or BA/BS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or closely related field including coursework equivalent to 24 semester units ECE/CD.
Preferred Education and Experience: • Experience working with children with disabilities.
License & Certifications: • Valid California Driver’s License and reliable insured vehicle available for business use (mileage to be reimbursed) and acceptable driving record.
A DMV printout and proof of insurance will be required (not required for Substitutes).
• Must possess a valid Children’s Center Teacher Permit or higher.
• Must provide certificates of completion of approved pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training within (30) days of hire.
• Must renew and maintain a valid Children’s Center Teacher Permit or higher at all times.
• Must provide certificates of completion of approved pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training within 30 days of hire.
Employee is responsible for renewing and maintaining a valid CPR/first aid certification at all times.
• Must complete 16 hours of training on preventative health practices, as required by Health and Safety Code within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete Safety Training (Performance Standards: 1302.
47) within three months of hire.
Essential Functions: • Supports the Center Supervisor in carrying out responsibility at the center level for the overall quality of the experience offered to children and families including the assurance that laws, regulations, guidelines and policies are adhered to on a daily basis.
• Coordinates and conducts home visits and parent conferences as needed and schedules the visits at times that are suitable for the families (may require evenings and weekends).
• Coordinates planning the overall education plan for the center and assumes responsibility for implementing the plan in the classroom.
The plan will include program individualization for each child, tracking each child’s development and development of individual goals for each child with input from the parent.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and tracking of the appropriate instruments and forms to ensure all program requirements are met in the mandated time frame as per program standards, including the following: • Child/Family Files • Lesson Plans • Curriculum planning • Ongoing Assessment and Transition Plans • Meal counts as delegated • Tracking sheets as delegated • Other documents as assigned • Plans and implements the curriculum and ensures the center environment (indoor and outdoor) is developmentally appropriate, safe and offers children a wide variety of experiences.
• Must have visual supervision of all children at all times.
Responsibilities and Duties: • Participates in physical activities (games, music and movement, outside play) with children, which involve lifting, bending, carrying, twisting, stooping, pulling, pushing, reaching and other repetitive motions.
• Attends and participates in all staff meetings and required trainings.
Attends in-service training as assigned by the program manager.
• Keeps Center Supervisor informed of any problems or concerns relating to individual children/families and/or the operation of the program.
• Has primary responsibility for overall quality of educational experience for all children, including child/children with disabilities.
• Preschool: Aids children in developing self-help skills; toileting, feeding, dressing, napping, etc.
Infant/Toddler: Takes care of tasks such as diapering, feeding, dressing, preparing room for naptime, setting out snacks and meals, and clean-up.
• Assesses and implements, as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, each child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP)/Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) and participates in case conferencing, as needed.
• Utilizes program policies and procedures to guide the day-to-day operations of the center.
• May participate in daily housekeeping duties at the center level including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, etc.
, which involves twisting, lifting, bending, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, etc.
Ensures that the cleaning procedures are followed and the proper sanitation products are implemented, as designated by the Health Coordinator.
• Maintains confidentiality of records and information of program families.
• Provides appropriate guidance to all children.
Ensures personal rights of children are maintained at all times.
• Responsible as a Mandated Reporter of Child Abuse and Neglect.
Accordingly, follows procedures for reporting known or suspected child abuse and neglect.
• Must use reasonable precaution in the performance of one’s duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices, and act in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one’s self, fellow employees and children.
• Performs other duties as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge: • Knowledge of teaching principles and methods for curriculum design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge of classroom management principles, resource allocation and overall implementation of program standards.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
Skills: • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be able to communicate effectively with clients and program staff.
• Must have strong computer skills with experience working with MS Office programs (Word, Excel), database programs and general internet use.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment, supervisory and administrative skills.
• Must be skilled in the development and implementation of educational lesson planning for groups and individuals, some of whom are individuals with disabilities; Abilities: • Must have knowledge of and the ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Must be able to maintain good working relationships with other program staff.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Must be willing to increase basic knowledge of child development and early childhood education, as well as techniques of working with children with special needs and their families.
Infant/Toddler center staff must be willing to participate in Program for Infant/Toddler Care (PITC) cohorts as they become available.
• Must be able to direct the work of others, when applicable.
• Must be able to supervise a group of children.
• Must be able to organize and maintain accurate record keeping and reporting.
• Must be able to recognize emergencies and areas where action is necessary.
• Must be dedicated to the goals and philosophy the program.
• Must uphold program Standards of Conduct at all times.
• Must be able to relate well to all people of the community regardless of color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or socio-economic level.
• Must understand, uphold, and continue working toward accomplishing the mission, strategic goals and performance measures of the agency.
Supervisory Responsibility: Assumes supervisory responsibility for an assigned classroom and manages the overall operation of the center in the absence of the Center Supervisor.
Assumes supervisory responsibility as delegated by the Center Supervisor.
Work Environment: This job operates in a classroom environment as well as outdoors.
Additionally, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers and phones.
Physical Demands: • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Physical • Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and have unrestricted use of the upper and lower body.
• Must be able to bend, squat, reach, kneel, and climb stairs.
• Position requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, twisting, and bending for long periods of time.
• Must be able to move from a sitting to standing position quickly, safely, and without difficulty.
• Must be able to chase a fleeing child.
Must be able to join the children’s active play including jumping and running indoors and outdoors.
• Simple grasping and hand manipulation required as well as reaching above and below shoulder level.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to noise in a daycare environment.
• Must be able to assist children with diapering, toileting, and change of clothing.
Vision, Hearing and Speech: • Corrected or uncorrected vision and hearing within normal ranges.
• A clear speaking voice and other abilities necessary to ensure child safety in the classroom, other areas and when in the community.
Travel: Must have dependable, insured transportation and valid California Driver’s License (mileage to be reimbursed) and acceptable driving record.
A DMV printout and proof of insurance will be required.
(Not required for Substitutes) Additional Eligibility Qualifications: • Must be at least 18 years of age by date of hire.
• Must submit proof of current vaccination status for measles, pertussis, and influenza (or a current, signed influenza declination form) in compliance with SB 792.
• Must comply with the CAPSLO COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, either being fully vaccinated or sign a COVID-19 vaccination declination form.
• Must complete a health screening physical completed within 30 days prior to employment and a current TB skin test/Chest X-Ray.
• Employment is contingent upon meeting all job requirements and background requirements: criminal history check (Inclusive of DOJ, FBI and Child Abuse), acknowledgement of child abuse reporting responsibility, criminal record statement (Form LIC508), etc.
A criminal history clearance is required prior to employment.
• Upon hire agency staff will check the Megan’s Law (or the current sexual predator website) to ensure each staff being hired is clear for employment.
Program administrative staff will check the website annually to ensure all program staff are cleared to work.
• Must meet the Head Start Performance Standards and State requirements.
• Employment in Head Start, Early Head Start and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Programs is contingent upon approval of the Policy Council.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Reasonable Accommodations: I have read and understand the Essential Functions of this position, including the Responsibilities and Duties.
I also acknowledge that the Responsibilities and Duties for this position may change in the future with or without prior notice.
I further understand that I can request a reasonable accommodation, should one be necessary for me to carry out the Essential Functions of this position.
I can perform these with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits & Perks: Stay Healthy! • Keep yourself healthy with our comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans (Did we mention we pay your monthly premium at 100% if you are full time, YES…100 %!) • Keep your family healthy with the same comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision available for you to purchase! • Address everyday concerns with access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Get involved with company-sponsored monthly wellness challenges! Be Financially Fit! • Save for your future by enrolling into our retirement plan with generous company matches after 6 month.
• Set aside pre-tax dollars to cover medical or child care expenses through our Flexible Spending Plans.
• Utilize Discounts from our partners (reduced rates for pet insurance, cell phone services, car rentals and more).
Take time for you! • Relax, recharge, and reconnect with friends and family or plan your get away for a few days while using your vacation time awarded to you every pay period! • Relax when you are sick, rest assured you are covered by your awesome team and accrued paid sick time! • Enjoy the holidays! You get 13 of them…PAID! Have fun at work! • Celebrate birthdays and anniversaries with your team! • Join one of our committees and meet employees across the agency.
• Rock your CAPSLO provided hats, t-shirts, sweaters and more! • Be you!

• Phone : NA

• Location : 981 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA

• Post ID: 9006209514


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