Preschool Associate Teacher (Bus Duties)

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo•Greenfield, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role includes split shifts and requires assistance with bus duties. After submitting your application, please email your unofficial transcripts to [email protected]. We need to verify your Child Development/Early Childhood Education units in order to move forward with your application. We are looking for dedicated individual to join our Early Childhood Education team as Associate Teacher. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth and development of children while supporting our mission to provide high-quality education and care.

Requirements

12 semester units ECE/CD, with a grade C or better, or CDA Credential or CTC.
6 months related experience with children ages 0-5 years of age.
An Associate Teacher Permit or higher.
HS/EHS/MSHS/State-Braided Associate Teachers must also meet at least one of the following criteria: Have a child development associate (CDA) credential or the California equivalent of a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit at time of hire (12 ECE semester units including core courses; and for EHS and infant/toddler classrooms must also have 6 infant/toddler semester units)OR Be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years;OR Have an associate or bachelor's degree (in any area) or be enrolled in a program leading to such a degree.
Depending on the department assigned, a valid California driver’s license, a current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance may be required to fulfill job-related travel.

Responsibilities

Assists children safely during boarding, riding, and exiting the bus, including fastening seat belts, maintaining safety, setting limits, keeping children seated, and supporting emergency procedures
Keeps the Bus Driver informed about concerns involving individual children or families
Engages children with age‑appropriate activities such as games, songs, and conversation during transportation
Conducts end‑of‑trip bus inspections by straightening seat belts, removing trash, and checking for children or belongings
Ensures the established seating chart is followed
Releases children only to authorized adults at the end of the day
Verifies all children have been dropped off using sign‑in sheets
Provides care and education for children ages 0–5 in a positive, engaging learning environment
Collaborates with the Center Supervisor and Teachers to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities
Assumes Teacher responsibilities when needed, guiding instructional assistants, parents, and volunteers
Maintains a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment
Supports the planning and delivery of educational activities that promote child development
Participates in physical activities with children, including games, music, and outdoor play
Completes pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training within the first 30 days of hire
Completes 16 hours of training on preventive health practices and nutrition within the first 30 days of hire