CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (Level I, II, III)

Posting Details Position Information Posting Number S1053 This position is open to Open to All Applicants Job Title

CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

(Level

I, II, III

) Department Center for

Early Learning Position Type Non-Exempt Employment Status Full-Time-Staff Salary Minimums:

Level I

• $13.29; Level II
• $14.53; Level III
• $15.

89 Open Date 05/14/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Summary Information Job Description Summary The purpose of this position is to meet the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of a group of young children. This is accomplished by writing and implementing daily activity plans, helping children with physical skills, self-esteem, social, cognitive, and communication skills and assessing the children for developmental milestones. Includes supervising assistants as well as other duties such as participating in staff development activities. Minimum Qualifications Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification (documentation of current certification is required within two weeks of employment). Current Food Handler's Certification (documentation of current certification is required within two weeks of employment). Level I

• Grade 915 Active Child Development Associate ( CDA ) Credential (submission of CDA is required) OR twenty-four (24) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Three (3) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months
• 5 years. Level II
• Grade 916 Active Child Development Associate ( CDA ) Credential (submission of CDA is required) OR thirty-six (36) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Six (6) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months
• 5 years. Level III
• Grade 917 Associate degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development with a minimum of thirty-six (36) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development OR nine (9) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months
• 5 years.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge related to child care licensing and National Association for the Education of Young Children ( NAEYC ) Accreditation as well as developmentally appropriate practices in Early Education. Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization, including data entry, receptionist duties, customer service, word processing and general clerical duties Ability to incorporate the knowledge in classroom arrangement, management, assessment and curriculum. Work with parents, communicate well verbally and in writing. Ability to work as a member of a team. Lift and comfort a child of approximately 50 pounds and get up/down from the floor with ease. Ability to supervise children indoors and outdoors year round. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development. Special Instructions to Applicants This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Our Culture Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way , which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College's Strategic Plan 2024-2029,

Guiding Star III :

Cultivate , all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College's ability to serve its students and community. Job Duties Job Duty Maintain a safe, healthy, and attractive learning environment both inside and outside, and share information and involve parents in the education and care of their children. Job Duty Write and implement daily activity plans to develop safe and healthy habits, physical skills, self-esteem, creative expression, social skills, cognitive skills, and communication skills of the children assigned to his or her group. Job Duty Observe and assess children for developmental milestones, complete center forms, which include developmental portfolios, daily meal count, attendance records, health checks and safety checklists. Maintain confidentiality of children and family information. Job Duty Supervise the CDEC Assistant and coordinate work-study and laboratory students assigned to their classes. Job Duty Stop unsafe activities, and report suspected child abuse and neglect as required by law. Job Duty Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with parents and involve parents in the activities of their children. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

• ). Do you have an Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (submission of CDA is required) OR twenty-four (24) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development? Yes No Do do have three (3) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months
• 5 years?

Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Letter of Interest Optional Documents Transcripts List of Professional References Certification(s)