Child Development & Education Center Associate Teacher at Mt. San Jacinto College, CA
Mt. San Jacinto College, CA · San Jacinto, United States Of America · Onsite
- Junior
- Office in San Jacinto
About the Department
We have one (1) exciting opportunity for a Child Development & Education Center Associate Teacher located at our campus in San Jacinto, CA. Reporting to the Director and/or Site Supervisor, the Child Development and Education Center Associate Teacher assists in providing instruction and care for children in activities designed to promote optimal emotional, social, physical, intellectual and creative development. Positions in this class are distinguished by the incumbent's responsibilities that center on early childhood education and care. The work requires a knowledge of the functions and structure of the Child Development and Education Center.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- This position is categorically funded and exists based on the availability of funds. If funds cease to be available, the District may, at its discretion, implement a reduction in force that could result in the elimination of the position.
- This position serves District-Wide; applicants may be assigned to any district facility. Work hours and worksite locations are subject to change depending on department needs.
- A six-month probationary period must be successfully completed before the selected candidate is considered a permanent employee of the district.
- This position is in the California School Employees Association bargaining unit. For more information, please visit their website: http://www.csea.com/
Position Duties
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements and duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.
- Assist:
- the Master Teacher in planning, supervising and implementing a specific age group program in accordance with center policies and philosophy
- the Master Teacher in providing an integrated curriculum that meets the developmental needs of individual children
- children in self-help and social skills
- in maintaining daily records with regards to attendance, health and nutrition
- in assessing children's needs and developmental progress on an ongoing basis and apply this assessment to plan activities
- in providing a climate of respect for each child's individual personality, physical characteristics and traits, culture, language and ethnic characteristics, family structure, developmental needs and behavior
- in mealtime and snack preparation including serving and cutting food into bite-size pieces for young children and help with cleanup
- Participate in ongoing professional development including coursework, regular staff meetings and parent meetings
- Act as a role model for students, parents and center visitors and assist in facilitating positive and productive relationships with families that support the development of children
- Utilize and promote positive guidance techniques
- Perform housekeeping tasks and maintain a safe, clean, orderly and attractive learning environment for children
- Maintain classroom supplies, materials and equipment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The incumbent must possess thorough knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of a child development center
- The principles of child development
- Appropriate activities for children of various ages and skill levels, especially for preschool, infant and toddler age
The incumbent must possess the skills to:
- Work effectively as a team member
- Meet schedules and timelines
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Maintain documentation and records
- Handle multiple assignments simultaneously and set priorities based on customer needs
- Recognize each child as an individual with specific needs
- Work with children and families from diverse backgrounds
- Care for children six weeks through five years of age
- Possess positive interaction skills in communicating with children and families with diverse backgrounds
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of a valid Child Development Permit at the Associate Teacher level or higher (*attach permit); AND
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff
- Pre-employment Health Screening (Physical)
- SB 792 requires:
- influenza Vaccine
- Pertussis Vaccine
- Measles Vaccine
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of a supervised field experience course
- CPR, AED and First Aid Certificates for Infants, Children and Adults
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard classroom setting.
Physical: Primary function requires sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a classroom setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movements and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Must have an ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift/move up to 40 pounds
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard classroom setting.
Physical: Primary function requires sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a classroom setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movements and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Must have an ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift/move up to 40 pounds
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Other Qualifications
To learn more about Mt. San Jacinto Community College District, visit https://msjc.edu/humanresources/
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