Infant/Toddler Teacher
About The Position
The Infant/Toddler Teacher provides care and education for children and their families and implements the comprehensive educational program in an assigned classroom. The role includes supervising and guiding Instructional Assistants and Associate Teachers and supporting CAPSLO’s mission to provide a high-quality, enriching educational experience for enrolled children and families. Depending on the assigned department, job-related travel may require a valid California driver’s license, a current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. The posting describes two qualification pathways. Teacher I requires an AA/AS, 24 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development, six months of related teaching experience, and RCCP or a Child Development Teacher Permit or higher. Teacher II requires a BA/BS, 12 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development, one year of related teaching experience, three units of Supervised Field Experience, and a Child Development Teacher Permit or higher.
Requirements
- Teacher I: AA/AS degree.
- Teacher I: 24 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development.
- Teacher I: Six months of related teaching experience.
- Teacher I: RCCP, Child Development Teacher Permit, or higher.
- Teacher II: BA/BS degree.
- Teacher II: 12 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development.
- Teacher II: One year of related teaching experience.
- Teacher II: Three units of Supervised Field Experience.
- Teacher II: Child Development Teacher Permit or higher.
- Depending on department assignment, a valid California driver’s license, current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance may be required for job-related travel.
Responsibilities
- Support the Center Supervisor in ensuring quality experiences for children and families and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
- Coordinate and conduct home visits and parent conferences at times convenient for families; these may include evenings and weekends.
- Plan and implement the center’s education plan, individualize it for each child, and track development with parental input.
- Maintain accurate documentation and track program requirements, including child and family files, lesson plans, curriculum planning, assessments, transition plans, meal counts, and tracking sheets.
- Ensure the center environment is developmentally appropriate, safe, and offers diverse experiences.
- Visually supervise children at all times.
- Participate in physical activities with children, including lifting, bending, and other movements.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and required trainings.
- Inform the Center Supervisor of issues related to children, families, or program operations.
- Ensure quality educational experiences for all children, including children with disabilities.
- Help children develop self-help skills, including toileting, feeding, and dressing.
- Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Follow program policies and procedures for daily operations.
- Participate in housekeeping duties and ensure proper sanitation as designated by the Health Coordinator.
- Maintain confidentiality of family records and information.
- Provide appropriate guidance to children while maintaining their personal rights.
- Act as a mandated reporter of child abuse and neglect and follow reporting procedures.
- Take reasonable precautions and follow safety rules to maximize safety for self, employees, and children.
- Perform other duties as needed; duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
