Assistant Teacher-Child Development Center/Lab School

Southwestern College•Chula Vista, CA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Teacher-Child Development/Lab School and supervision of the Director of the Child Development Center/Lab School, assist Teachers in the provision of a safe and stimulating environment that supports the optimal growth and development of each child.

Requirements

Completion of 12 units of Early Childhood Education in a child development program.
A minimum of 12 semester units of coursework in early childhood education or child development (excluding fieldwork), including at least one course of at least three semester units in each of the following core areas: Child/human growth and development, Child, family, community, or child and family relations, Programs/curriculum.
Incumbents must meet the requirements for a Child Development Assistant Teacher as prescribed by the State of California and the fingerprint requirements as prescribed by the Department of Social Services.
Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates.
TB test clearance.
Must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment physical examination if selected for position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Preschool curriculum.
Knowledge of Basic theories and principles of early childhood development.
Knowledge of Basic principles, practices, and procedures used in child care programs.
Knowledge of Oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Knowledge of Basic recordkeeping techniques.
Knowledge of Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff, and students.
Ability to Demonstrate effective interaction and guidance techniques with children in accordance with the Child Development Center/Lab School philosophy.
Ability to Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to Perform classroom duties of a Teacher in his/her absence.
Ability to Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and cultural populations of community college students.
Ability to Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Responsibilities

Maintain assigned areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition; ensure compliance with established District and Child Development Center/Lab School safety procedures and regulations.
Set up and clean up classrooms, outdoor play areas, workroom, and kitchen as needed.
Assist in observations, assessments, and documentation of children’s development.
Assist children with toileting and/or diapering as required.
Attend required staff meetings.
Participate in professional development opportunities.