Teacher - Child Care Center Position in Stockton, CA Compensation: $22.00 per hour with an AA Degree and $24.00 per hour with a BA Degree Perks: Up to two weeks of vacation time 6 sick days 9 paid holidays Medical, Dental, and Vision offered Position Details: Title: State Preschool Teacher Supervisor: Site Supervisor Job Type: Full-time, 12 months Key Responsibilities: • Implementation and supervision of quality education in CSPP or CCTR programs • Creation of educational initiatives for children • Establishment of positive connections with children and families • Cooperation with peers and management • Ensuring adherence to regulations Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain a well-organized environment that embraces diversity and inclusivity, respecting all aspects of children's backgrounds. • Ensure a variety of materials and equipment are provided and regularly rotated within the learning environment. • Implement an outdoor curriculum that promotes physical and social development by extending indoor activities outside. • Utilize the Environmental Rating Scale tool to evaluate classroom quality effectively. • Create and execute high-quality lesson plans based on The Creative Curriculum. • Observe and document children's progress using the Child Plus DRDP assessment. • Evaluate each child using the Desired Results Developmental Profile 2015 (DRDP 15) and create personalized education plans with specific developmental goals. • Collaborate with parents to conduct age-appropriate ASQ-3 screenings and refer for further assessments when needed. • Implement the Teaching Pyramid approach to support social and emotional development in children. • Establish clear behavior expectations with a focus on safety, friendliness, and respect in the classroom. • Maintain a consistent schedule, routines, and smooth transitions for children's daily activities. • Ensure the safety, health, and nutrition of all children in accordance with regulations. • Supervise children to maintain a safe environment at all times, following required ratios. • Develop and implement detailed care plans for classrooms and playgrounds, including staff responsibilities and zoning maps. • Provide food service support following CACFP policies and maintain accurate meal records. • Uphold health practices like handwashing, glove-wearing, and medication administration. • Conduct daily assessments of indoor and outdoor environments, following emergency plans and conducting drills. • Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities and training sessions. • Foster positive communication with families and participate in Child Success Team meetings. • Collaborate with the teaching team to ensure classroom expectations are met consistently. • Represent the agency's values and maintain professionalism in all interactions. • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth and maintain required records accurately. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications for Teacher: • Current California Teacher Permit or higher. • AA degree or higher in Child Development or related field preferred. • Three infant/toddler units are required if working with children from birth to three years of age. • Two years of relevant experience teaching/working with children, 0-5, and their families. Requirements: • Basic computer skills and internet use. • Strong interpersonal skills. • Ability to communicate with families and coworkers with compassion and free from judgment. • Read, understand, interpret, and apply policies, rules, and regulations. • Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Essential Physical Functions (including classroom and outdoor environments) • Physically capable of responding in a timely manner to the children’s needs, emergencies, and conflicts that may occur within a childcare center environment. • Able to lift and carry at least 30 lbs. (from floor to waist) in a repetitive manner. • Physically capable of assisting children when needed to ensure their safety in the play area. • Physically able to crouch, squat, sit, and stand on the floor (up to 30 minutes), to relate to the children in their environment. • Able to handle commotion, high noise levels, and pressures of the Center on a daily basis. • Perform other duties as assigned. Compensation: $22 - $24 hourly
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• Develop and maintain a well-organized environment that embraces diversity and inclusivity, respecting all aspects of children's backgrounds.
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• Ensure a variety of materials and equipment are provided and regularly rotated within the learning environment.
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• Implement an outdoor curriculum that promotes physical and social development by extending indoor activities outside.
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• Utilize the Environmental Rating Scale tool to evaluate classroom quality effectively.
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• Create and execute high-quality lesson plans based on The Creative Curriculum.
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• Observe and document children's progress using the Child Plus DRDP assessment.
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• Evaluate each child using the Desired Results Developmental Profile 2015 (DRDP 15) and create personalized education plans with specific developmental goals.
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• Collaborate with parents to conduct age-appropriate ASQ-3 screenings and refer for further assessments when needed.
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• Implement the Teaching Pyramid approach to support social and emotional development in children.
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• Establish clear behavior expectations with a focus on safety, friendliness, and respect in the classroom.
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• Maintain a consistent schedule, routines, and smooth transitions for children's daily activities.
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• Ensure the safety, health, and nutrition of all children in accordance with regulations.
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• Supervise children to maintain a safe environment at all times, following required ratios.
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• Develop and implement detailed care plans for classrooms and playgrounds, including staff responsibilities and zoning maps.
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• Provide food service support following CACFP policies and maintain accurate meal records.
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• Uphold health practices like handwashing, glove-wearing, and medication administration.
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• Conduct daily assessments of indoor and outdoor environments, following emergency plans and conducting drills.
•
• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities and training sessions.
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• Foster positive communication with families and participate in Child Success Team meetings.
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• Collaborate with the teaching team to ensure classroom expectations are met consistently.
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• Represent the agency's values and maintain professionalism in all interactions.
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• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth and maintain required records accurately.