Daycare Teacher (Part-Time)

City of West Covina • West Covina, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This Daycare Teacher is a part-time position, limited-service role without benefits, working up to 28 hours per week and not to exceed 1,456 hours in any fiscal year. Under administrative direction, assists in planning, supervising, coordinating, and implementing the activities of the tiny tot program, and performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience working with children in a teaching or instructional support role, such as teacher’s aide, assistant, student intern, or other comparable experience.
• Leadership and educational techniques and methodology including evaluation, planning, organizing, and conducting activities for children ages 3-5 years of age in a day care program.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles, age-appropriate activities, and positive behavior-management techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with children, parents, and staff.
• Skill in observing and documenting children’s behavior, progress, and needs.
• Ability to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for children of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children ages 3 - 5 years of age and their parents; establish and maintain effective working relations with staff and the public; supervise and train staff; lead and instruct a wide range of activities.
• Ability to plan and implement structured and unstructured activities that support social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• A valid California class C Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record is required.
• Possession of an American Red Cross certification, or another Community Services Department–approved accredited certification, in First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing activities in the Tiny Tot program.
• Trains and evaluates part-time personnel within the Tiny Tot program.
• Provides direct supervision of Recreation Leaders assigned to the Tiny Tot program.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts programs and activities for children at the Tiny Tot Center.
• Works closely with parents to support understanding of their child’s growth and development.
• Participates in the assessment and evaluation of ongoing departmental needs and requirements.
• Prepares routine and special reports as requested.
• Assists in the promotion of departmental programs and activities.
• May perform other duties in support of the Community Services Department as assigned, including but not limited to city-wide events, youth and adult sports, teen programs, recreation classes, facility management, senior citizen programs, and other related services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED