Substitute Early Childhood Educator

Substitute Early Childhood Educator Bay Area Community Resources - 3.5 San Pablo, CA Job Details Part-time 17 hours ago Qualifications Family collaboration in education Culturally responsive teaching (DEI initiatives) Interactive activities lessons (early childhood general education) Parent communication Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Classroom experience Working with families Teaching experience with young children Classroom Teaching Working with families with children Multicultural competence in teaching

Full Job Description Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Implement developmentally appropriate activities that promote early childhood growth in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social domains. Facilitate parent-child classes, supporting caregivers in learning and engaging with their children. Follow lesson plans and class structures prepared by the regular teacher or center coordinator. Ensure a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment. Support the emotional and physical well-being of all children and caregivers present. Communicate effectively and compassionately with families and staff. Maintain daily attendance and required documentation as needed. Abide by all center policies and licensing regulations.

Qualifications Required:

Knowledge of early childhood education principles and developmentally appropriate, play-based learning practices. Familiarity with the mission and approach of First 5 Centers, including family-centered, culturally responsive programming. Experience working with young children (ages 0-5) in educational or care settings. Demonstrated experience engaging with families and supporting caregivers as partners in early learning. Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Flexibility and reliability to step into classrooms on short notice as a substitute educator. Ability to pass background check and provide TB clearance Reliable and flexible availability, including short-notice assignments Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching

Preferred:

12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units or equivalent coursework Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, or another language common in West Contra Costa communities Experience working in community-based family resource centers

CPR/First Aid Certification Work Schedule:

This is an on-call position. Substitute shifts may be scheduled in advance or on short notice during weekday mornings and early afternoons. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

About Us:

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year. BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status. Visit our website at www.bacr.org. Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.