Child Development Assistant - Infant/Toddler Full-Time

Yuba Community College District•Yuba City, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned Dean or designee, the Child Development Assistant helps operate a day care center and provide a quality child development program. The position supports the care, growth, development, and safety of children, including infants and toddlers, and assists Yuba College Early Childhood Education students in a laboratory environment.

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to sufficient coursework to qualify for a Child Development Associate Permit, including at least twelve core units in Early Childhood Education or equivalent courses, and one year of experience in a child development program.
Child Development Associate Permit or equivalent.
Appropriate First Aid and CPR certificates.
California Child Care Provider Health and Safety Certificate, to be obtained within 30 working days from date of hire.
Knowledge of basic child development and psychology, State Department of Social Services licensing requirements, basic child care methods, health and safety regulations, oral and written communication, infant and child CPR techniques, and basic pediatric first aid.
Ability to assist in operating a day care center and providing a quality child development program; implement activities supporting children's care, growth, development, and safety; lead activities; understand and follow oral and written instructions; and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing activities that contribute to children's care, growth, development, and safety.
Assist Yuba College Early Childhood Education students with activities for children in a laboratory environment and provide input on student progress as directed.
Help small groups of children follow an established schedule of developmentally appropriate activities.
Assist with planning and developing the child care program, preparing lesson plans, and compiling resources and materials.
Attend and contribute to staff meetings as required, and prepare records and reports as directed.
Record children's attendance and assist in discussions with parents as requested.
Assist in maintaining and controlling the inventory of instructional supplies.
Perform custodial and maintenance duties as required to maintain a physical environment that meets applicable health and safety standards.
Oversee the Center independently in case of absences or emergencies.
Perform related duties as assigned.