Toddler & Preschool Childcare Assistant (Short-Term/temporary) Salary $17.42 Hourly Location San Luis Obispo & North County Campus, CA Job Type Part-Time Job Number

FY2627-00010

Division Instruction Department Children's Center Opening Date 07/01/2026 Closing Date 6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific Description Questions Job Description Summary This is a short-term/temporary position.

DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of the Children's Center Director, support, all activities related to the children's classroom environment at the Cuesta College Children's Center. This includes supervising and guiding toddler or preschool children in developmentally appropriate social, emotional, physical, language, creative and cognitive activities. Assistants should be able to communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Assistant Teacher must have the ability to demonstrate appropriate guidance practices and procedures. This position supports and promotes student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by ensuring a quality program and services for children and their families and ensuring compliance with State licensing requirements. Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Support the Instructional Assistant/Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in all aspects of the classroom environment; Ongoing role modeling and demonstration of Developmentally, Individually, and Culturally Appropriate Practices; Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment; Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff and others; Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 6 semester units (12 preferred)

ECE/CDFS

including courses in child/human growth & development, child/family/community or child family relations; or program/curriculum. Have the ability to pass a background clearance through Community Care Licensing. Additional Information This is a short-term/temporary position. Employees in this position may serve as floaters to cover lunch breaks or substitute in the classroom to cover teacher illnesses or vacation. Interview Process Information Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. 01 We endeavor to foster a just and inclusive campus culture here at Cuesta College. Please tell us about your experiences with inclusion as it relates to your career or some other aspect of your work? If you have not had direct experience in this area, please tell us about your aspirations. We welcome learning about your areas of challenge or growth and success. Required Question Employer Cuesta College (CA) Address P. O. Box 8106 San Luis Obispo, California, 93403 Phone (805) 546-3129 Website https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cuesta