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Job Description
ECE Teacher
FARMWORKERS INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMEN
Bakersfield, CA Job Details Full-time $19.50 - $22.00 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications CPR Certification Student progress monitoring Program development Computer literacy Student performance analysis High school diploma or GED Driver's License First Aid Certification Computers (educational technologies) Educational program planning Computer skills Mandated reporting laws Food Handler Certification Full Job Description Full-time position
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Benefits:
Vacation, 403(b) Retirement, Medical Dental & Vision Insurance paid by employer SUMMARY Under the guidance and supervision of the Program Supervisor and/or Program Director, the ECE Child Care Center Teacher will plan, prepare, perform all duties under their responsibility, and monitor children enrolled in
FIELD/EPIC ECE
Child Care Centers at all times. The successful candidate will supervise Instructional aides, volunteers, and substitutes on jobsite. This is a hands-on role and will require performing tasks associated with instruction and supervision of ECE children. The Child Care Center Teacher will be responsible for providing a meaningful, nurturing, and safe environment to all children under their care at all times.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Include, but are not limited to, the following. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans, following the provided curriculum for eighteen months (18) to five (5) year old children. Ensure lesson planning, curriculum development, program implementation and parent communication is age-appropriate and conducive to a meaningful learning environment. Provide approval and authorization of final daily progress notes, maintenance of files and reports when instructed to do so. Ensure the maintenance of a high-quality preschool environment, including equipment and facilities. Participate in long range planning and implementation of program goals. May be required to perform duties at different preschool sites from time to time. Guide and supervise Instructional Aide to establish and maintain a high-quality preschool learning environment. Participate in professional development and complete any necessary units to comply with licensing requirements and renewal terms of his/her Child Development Teacher Permit. Participate in and lead preschool trainings and committee activities. Provide guidance to Instructional Aide and any volunteers working in the classroom. Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, State Preschool funding terms and conditions and Title 22 licensing requirements (as applicable). Continually maintain written and verbal parent communication. Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervision of Instructional Aides working at the center, parent volunteers, and other students who may be placed under your supervision towards completion of practicum hours.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to pass fingerprinting (Live Scan) and criminal record clearance by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Must have tuberculosis (TB) clearance or obtain TB clearance before beginning work. Must have a Health Screening Report clearance before beginning work. Must have Immunization records. Pertussis Measles EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma, or equivalent, required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree (AA/AS or BA/BS), preferred. Minimum twelve (12) ECE units from an accredited college Infant and Toddler Units required. Must have basic knowledge of Title 22 requirements. Be actively enrolled in a CTC approved college or university to complete units conducive to acquiring a Child Development Teacher Permit, unless already obtained. Previous experience working in an ECE class setting, preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must have a current four (4) hour Pediatric CPR and four (4) hour First Aid certificate, or be able to complete the training within fourteen (14) days of hire date. Must obtain an eight (8) Hour Health and Safety Training certificate within fourteen (14) days of hire date or have proof of completed B49 class from an accredited college. Must have a current Food Handler's Certificate, or be able to complete the training within thirty (30) days of hire date. Must have a current Child Care Providers Mandated Reporter certificate, or be able to complete the training within ninety (90) days of hire date. Must have valid driver's license and personal automobile insurance. Child Development Teacher permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) or equivalent, preferred. Actively seeking to acquire a Child Development Teacher Permit.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel as needed/required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, reports, etc. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here 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 with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close supervision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Primarily works in a classroom environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment. Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices. Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior. Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth. Skills in organization, time management, and record keeping. Ability to operate a computer. Possess the skills needed to learn and utilize software and other technology in ECE instruction. Ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic, social/emotional and developmental needs for all types of learners. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Knowledge and consistent practice of the ethical guidelines as outlined by FIELD/EPIC, federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations. Ability to assist with developing the program. Ability to contribute expertise in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and standards in the area of ECE. Ability to effectively communicate ideas orally and in writing.
