Children's Center Teacher

Cal Poly Humboldt University•Humboldt, SK

5d•$4,150 - $5,076•Onsite

About The Position

The Children's Center Teacher is responsible for the successful operation of one toddler or pre-school classroom for children ages 3 months - 5 years and works a full 12-month schedule. This position works collaboratively with other Children's Center staff and is under the direct lead of the Assistant Director and Director of the Children Center. Teachers may be responsible for providing lead oversight to 10-15 Student Assistants. This area falls under the administrative leadership of the Executive Director of Auxiliary Operations.

Requirements

Title 22 and Title 5 of the California Administrative Code for child care programs
Principles of individual and group behavior and the basic principles, practices, and major trends in child development
Methods and problems of organization and program management
Research and interviewing techniques
Effective writing and verbal communication skills
Design and implement a care and education program for families and children based on the program philosophy
Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to diversity issues
Help Appropriate Administrator hire and train staff
Facilitate group discussions with support of Appropriate Administrator
Supervise children unaccompanied both indoors and on the playground
Rapidly acquire a working knowledge of the organization, procedures and activities of Cal Poly Humboldt in general and the specific objectives of Cal Poly Humboldt's Children’s Center and its relationship to the total campus operation
Interpret and apply program rules and regulations; gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
Present clear and concise information orally and in written reports
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, students and staff from diverse backgrounds, as well as with CSU administrators, student organizations and other private and public agencies
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job related field. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
California Children’s Center Permit, Site Supervisor level
Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification
Good health and clear of active TB

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience as a teacher of children 0-6 years
Two years’ experience supervising, training and evaluating adult staff
California Children's Center Permit, Program Director level
Knowledge of and experience with Programs for Infant / Toddler Caregivers model for infant / toddler programming and emergent play based preschool curriculum
Experience working in a campus-based program
Experience with California Department of Education Desired Results child assessment system and NAEYC accreditation process

Responsibilities

Plan and implement the classroom program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the Children's Center under supervision of Appropriate Administrator – 65%
Integrate the philosophy and goals of the program in relation to the developmental stages and cultural diversity of the children enrolled
Promote and supervise the healthy emotional, social, intellectual and physical development of each child
Plan and prepare learning centers and activities on a daily basis
Develop warm, comfortable communication with children
Evaluate health of children enrolled on a daily basis
Support Appropriate Administrator with conducting and maintaining records of assessments and developmental profiles of children and utilize in planning and conducting daily activities
Establish and maintain an environment that is developmentally appropriate and challenging for each child enrolled
Ensure the health and safety of children enrolled in the program
Serve meals and snacks to children enrolled daily
Provide any necessary first aid for children and maintain emergency procedures
Work collaboratively with other Teachers
Provide leadership in the initial orientation and ongoing training, lead oversight and evaluation of Student Assistants and work-study personnel and for student placements from academic departments – 15%
Collaborate with other Children's Center Teachers and the Assistant Director in planning and implementing student orientation and ongoing in-service training for students
Conduct bi-monthly staff development meetings for student staff
Act as a positive role model and guide for students working in the Center
Cultivate rapport and teamwork amongst the staff
Provide thorough written mid-semester evaluations for each student staff member under supervision of Appropriate Administrator
Facilitate ongoing communication and positive interpersonal relations with parents of children enrolled in the program – 10%
Plan and conduct parent orientation meetings each semester
Participate in and contribute to parent conferences each semester with parents of children in own group
Provide daily communication with parents to share information regarding individual children
Respond to parent concerns and questions with understanding and acceptance with support of Appropriate Administrator
Provide information, help parents find answers, and make necessary referrals
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding the families enrolled in the center
Plan and implement parent education activities based on parent's stated interest and needs
Participate actively in the ongoing programming and operation of the Children's Center – 5%
Participate in regular staff meetings, review of Center policies, procedures and ongoing operations
Interpret the program and program goals to visitors
Participate in events sponsored by the program for fundraising and community service
Attend training, conferences and courses to facilitate personal and professional growth
During periods of declared state or campus emergencies, state employees can be designated as "disaster workers" and may be required to report to the campus to deal with the emergency
Other Duties Assigned – 5%