POSITION:  TEACHER – EARLY EDUCATION

APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT EXAM

MUST PASS DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE (DOJ) FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE

REPORTS TO:         Director/Coordinator

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the assigned Administrator, provide high quality instruction, care and assistance to children, infants to school-age, in a classroom or other learning environment; coordinate instructional assistants and volunteers, instructional activities and resources to meet the needs of students; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel in compliance with state and federal laws, local and organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide instruction, care and assistance to children, infants to school-age, in a classroom or other learning environment; develop and implement lesson plans and instructional activities to meet the social - emotional, physical and cognitive needs of children and enhance school/ kindergarten readiness.
• Coordinate support staff and volunteers, instructional activities and resources to meet the needs of students; organize, oversee and participate in a variety of classroom functions including instructional and childcare services; enable adequate equipment, supplies and materials to meet student needs; oversee student attendance, first aid, health check and record-keeping functions.
• Train and provide input to the evaluation of the performance of assigned staff; participate in the interview and selection process of employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions.
• Plan, develop and implement high quality instructional activities to support the development and growth of each child and the classroom as a whole.  Curriculum areas include, but are not limited to:  approaches to learning self-regulation, social-emotional development, language and literacy development, English language development, cognition including math and science, physical development and health, history, social science, and visual and performing arts.
• As age appropriate, assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects; promote student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Monitor and assess student needs and progress with standards-based and observational assessments; establish individual student goals and objectives; develop and implement instructional activities to enhance student skills in designated developmental areas; summarize data and share during parent conferences.
• Plan and oversee field trips, fire drills, emergency evacuation drills and other special functions.
• Plan and implement a high quality inviting early learning environment, inside and outside, in accordance with established age-appropriate environmental rating systems.
• Prepare and maintain records, reports and files related to student progress, needs, attendance, incidents, health, assessment, injuries, food service and assigned activities; maintain sign-in logs.
• Enable the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner in order to provide a safe and clean environment.  Relevant duties may include cleaning tables and floors; clean, set up, and set out toys, equipment and instructional materials as necessary.
• Oversee and participate in meal and snack times and required record-keeping; assist children with eating activities; wash children's hands and faces after play times and meals; assist children with toileting and change diapers and soiled clothing as needed.
• Communicate with District personnel and outside agencies to initiate referrals and/or exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns or identified barriers, access services in order to support and strengthen the overall socio-economic and educational well-being of the child and family.  Participate in case management meetings, child and family study team meeting, incorporate IEP goals and objectives into the center program, cooperate with speech therapists, physical therapists, psychologist, behavior consultants and other ancillary support personnel.
• Operate variety of office and instructional equipment including a computer and assigned software; arrange for classroom and equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Attend and conduct parent, staff and other conferences and meetings as directed; provide information to parents, staff and others concerning instructional activities, student needs and related functions; collaborate with other staff and parents in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plan goals and objectives; attend in-services as directed.
• Observe and respond to behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; monitor student health conditions; administer routine first aid and CPR as directed; refer serious injuries or health issues to appropriate personnel.
• Comply with mandated reporting requirements including (but not limited to) Community Care Licensing, Child Protective Services, and Worker’s Compensation.
• Monitor inventory levels of classroom supplies; order, receive and maintain inventory of classroom supplies.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, theories, practices and techniques involved in providing instruction to young children.
• Principles and practices of early child development.
• California Preschool Curriculum Frameworks and Foundations
• Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP)
• Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS)
• Subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
• Child guidance principles and practices related to students.
• Curriculum and lesson plan development to meet student needs.
• Operation of office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
• Record-keeping and report writing techniques.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Health and safety regulations.
• First aid and CPR procedures.

ABILITY TO:

• Provide instruction, care and assistance to children in a classroom or other learning environment.
• Coordinate personnel, instructional activities and resources to meet the needs of students.
• Train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
• Organize, oversee and participate in a variety of classroom functions including instructional and childcare services to meet student needs.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and instructional activities to meet the emotional, physical and educational needs of children and enable students are prepared for kindergarten.
• Monitor and assess student needs and progress.
• Develop and implement instructional activities to enhance student skills in designated developmental areas.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Operate standard office and specialized instructional equipment.
• Prepare and maintain student records and files.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Administer first aid and CPR.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:  Associates Degree or 60 units with 24 Early Childhood Education units plus six units in Administration, two units in Adult Learning and two years educational experience working with Early Education children.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Children’s Center Permit or Child Development Teacher Permit or higher or appropriate Elementary Teaching Credential with 12 units of Early Childhood Education.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

• Classroom environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ASSISTANCE

                Auxiliary aids and services include a wide range of services and devices that promote effective communication for individuals with disabilities.  If you require such assistance, please notify this office as soon as possible.  We will make every effort to give primary consideration to expressed preferences, or provide equally effective means of communication to ensure equal access to Shasta County Office of Education programs and events.

                NOTE:   Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process.

                NOTE:   Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities.  For arrangements, please inform the personnel department in writing or by telephone by the filing deadline posted on the bulletin.

WARNING 

In compliance with A.B. 1610, the Shasta County Office of Education cannot employ you until you have submitted fingerprint cards to the Department of Justice (DOJ), and you have received a clearance from the DOJ.