Associate Teacher, Child and Family Development Center

San Juan College•Farmington, NM

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in the teaching and care of students at the Child and Family Development Center. The work consists of related instructional and child care duties. The unique needs of each student contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to participate in the teaching and care of students at the Child and Family Development Center. Success in this position results in the efficient and effective provision of programming to students and compliance with state, federal and accrediting standards.

Requirements

An associate degree in early childhood education or related fields, such as child development, psychology, sociology, or education or 5 years’ experience in an Early Childhood Education Program.
A criminal background check is required.
The employee must be in a state of physical and emotional health suitable for participation in an early education program.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Knowledge of current early childhood education methodologies and pedagogies.
Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices.
Knowledge of curriculum development principles.
Knowledge of effective teaching strategies.
Knowledge of learner assessment principles.
Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Cover Letter (Required)
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume (Required)
List of 3 Supervisor References. (Required)
Unofficial Transcripts with qualifying degree conferred. (Required)

Nice To Haves

Letters of Recommendation (Optional)

Responsibilities

Develops and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Develops and maintains a healthy, safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Assists in the supervision and assessment of practicum students, student employees, and service learning students.
Prepares, schedules and participates in parent/teacher conferences.
Gathers, compiles and reviews portfolio samples to assess student progress within New Mexico Early Learning Guidelines.
Models best teaching practices for students.
Participates in Child Assistance Team meetings.
Communicates and meets with parents of Center students.
Refers students to external service providers as appropriate.
Attends required training to maintain state certification standards.
Performs related duties.
May supervise assigned student workers.