Associate Teacher - Preschool - Ponderosa District Preschool (10 months) at Santa Clara Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome to Santa Clara Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in Santa Clara Unified School District. Our employees work together to support graduates who are resilient, future-ready, lifelong learners who think critically, solve problems collaboratively, and are prepared to thrive in a global society. SCUSD’s Adult Portrait embodies eight elements that support our students: • World-Leading Professional • Student-Centered Lifelong Learner • Creative and Critical Thinker • Adaptive Forward Thinker • The Caring Adult • Inclusivity Champion • Equity Advocate • Empowering Collaborator If you have the skills to support this vision, we invite you to apply to join our team. Santa Clara Unified School District serves over 15,000 TK-12 students, in addition to students in Preschool through Adult School. Neighborhoods in the Cities of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, San Jose, and Cupertino comprise the District's 56 square-mile area. Santa Clara Unified prides itself on having teachers, classified employees, and administrators who are dedicated, experienced professionals who care about each student's well-being and academic preparation. NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: Santa Clara Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), mental or physical disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. The Title IX Coordinator is Stacy Joslin, 1889 Lawrence Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Job Summary
Job Summary
For more information, please email: fce_recruit@scusd.net
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: • 12 core college semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development required. Valid CA Associate Teacher Permit preferred. • 1-3 years of experience working with children ages 2-5 years old in an early childhood education or preschool setting. • Working knowledge or the ability to learn District adopted software: Google suite software, Google Classroom, Google Hangout and/or Zoom, etc. • Must be comfortable wearing a face covering and/or face shield. • CPR and First Aid Certified • Must be in good health, able to lift 30 lbs. chest high, and pass a physical exam. • Must be able to walk, squat, bend and stand; ability to move freely to supervise and engage in indoor and outdoor activities with children.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Assist in the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum directly connected to the needs and interests of the children. • Knowledge of High/Scope, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Preschool Learning Foundations, Desired Results Developmental Profile, CLASS, QRIS and/or ECERS preferred. • Keep children safe and healthy through proper supervision, authentic interaction and practicing good health habits. • Assist Teachers in ensuring all COVID health and safety protocols are implemented and practiced in the classroom as outlined by SCUSD and FCE. • Participate in creating exciting and enriched environments connected to curriculum and quality learning experiences. • Work collaboratively with other staff by practicing workplace values, flexibility, and being a team player. • Communicate regularly with parents to support, guide, and share in their child’s development. • Provide excellent customer service for families, school, community and each other. • Additional hours may be available during break weeks and summer. • Hours, schedules and locations are subject to change when school is not in session based on the needs of the program.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: • 12 core college semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development required. Valid CA Associate Teacher Permit preferred. • 1-3 years of experience working with children ages 2-5 years old in an early childhood education or preschool setting. • Working knowledge or the ability to learn District adopted software: Google suite software, Google Classroom, Google Hangout and/or Zoom, etc. • Must be comfortable wearing a face covering and/or face shield. • CPR and First Aid Certified • Must be in good health, able to lift 30 lbs. chest high, and pass a physical exam. • Must be able to walk, squat, bend and stand; ability to move freely to supervise and engage in indoor and outdoor activities with children.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Assist in the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum directly connected to the needs and interests of the children. • Knowledge of High/Scope, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Preschool Learning Foundations, Desired Results Developmental Profile, CLASS, QRIS and/or ECERS preferred. • Keep children safe and healthy through proper supervision, authentic interaction and practicing good health habits. • Assist Teachers in ensuring all COVID health and safety protocols are implemented and practiced in the classroom as outlined by SCUSD and FCE. • Participate in creating exciting and enriched environments connected to curriculum and quality learning experiences. • Work collaboratively with other staff by practicing workplace values, flexibility, and being a team player. • Communicate regularly with parents to support, guide, and share in their child’s development. • Provide excellent customer service for families, school, community and each other. • Additional hours may be available during break weeks and summer. • Hours, schedules and locations are subject to change when school is not in session based on the needs of the program.
Comments and Other Information
The Santa Clara Unified School District celebrates diversity and is committed in all of its activities, policies, programs, and procedures to provide equal opportunity for all, and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants, employees and students with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
The Santa Clara Unified School District celebrates diversity and is committed in all of its activities, policies, programs, and procedures to provide equal opportunity for all, and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants, employees and students with disabilities.
Application Deadline
12/31/2022 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/21/2021
Contact
Julie Bennett
408-423-2208
408-423-2208
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$20.09 - $25.62 per hour. Salary based on education and experience; Candidates with a valid CA Teacher Permit are placed on a higher pay scale (additional 5%). Benefits include paid sick leave, holiday pay.
Length of Work Year
40 hours per week; 12 months year. Hours vary depending on location. Must be available to work between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday and during school break weeks. Programs are open year-round.
Employment Type
Part Time
Location:
Ponderosa District Preschool