Preschool Master Teacher (2.9 -4 years)

Peninsula Family Service • Daly City, CA

90d

About The Position

Master Teachers are responsible for the design, planning, and implementation of a quality early childhood education classroom, the implementation of the program’s philosophy and curriculum, and the mentoring of assigned classroom peers. The position requires skill and expertise in curriculum planning, staff supervision, child assessments, and the ability to accept and work effectively with children and adults from diverse populations. This position is a role model for developmentally appropriate practices in the classroom and has shared responsibility for classroom setup and classroom management. This position may have direct responsibility for a specific group of children in a shared classroom. The position provides support and assistance in the classroom by providing a warm and nurturing environment that helps children grow intellectually, physically, emotionally and socially. The position participates in all activities in the classroom and works as a team member with other staff. When the Site Supervisor is not present this position will act on their behalf. Peninsula Family Service highly encouraging BIPOC, LGBTQ2IA+, or any other minority groups are encouraged to apply. Bilingual speakers in a multitude of languages are a plus. Active demonstration of Peninsula Family Services’ VALUES are expected of every staff member. All of our work is based on our commitment to Integrity, Respect, Compassion, Diversity, Teamwork and Adaptability.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess or be eligible to apply for a Child Development Master Teacher Permit or above
• Successful completion of B.A. degree in early childhood education or twenty-four (24) or more early childhood education units, sixteen (16) general education units, six (6) early childhood education specialty units, and two (2) adult supervision units
• Infant/Toddler Master teachers must have a minimum of three (3) units in infant/toddler education
• Maintain clear Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting
• Submit and maintain evidence of a current (completed within the last year) negative Tuberculin test and health report within 30 days of hire, and then every four years thereafter
• CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain within 3 months of employment; must maintain for duration of employment
• Maintain minimum of a Master Teacher permit while employed in position
• Submit evidence of completion of education requirements prior to hire

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak with children and families in their native language
• Bilingual abilities due to needs of the children and families enrolled

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement activities that are appropriate for the age level, skill and social development of the children served
• Complete planning activities for an assigned group of children and be a resource for materials
• Prepare, implement and ensure lesson plans meets and Individualized Learning Plans (ILP) reflects program philosophy and standards
• Complete the developmental screenings (DRDP’s) based on enrollment and follow-up schedules
• Implement Individual and Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
• Maintain an attractive, clean, creative, functional living and learning environment
• Maintain ratio per program requirements
• Adhere to and participate in the program evaluation of program using the Environment Rating Scale, CLASS, Desired Results, and/or NAEYC accreditation standards
• Inform the Site Supervisor/Manager of any concerns or observations of a child or the environment that may be of interest or importance
• Maintain positive relationships with parents through daily verbal contact and/or written notes and document any concerns
• Submit written items for the parent newsletter
• Complete home visits (Early Head Start staff) and parent-teacher conferences
• Attend parent meetings as requested by supervisor
• Involve parents by recognizing their talents and soliciting their participation
• Relay to other classroom staff and supervisor any information or concerns expressed by parents
• Model appropriate adult/child interactions while encouraging and supporting parent/infant attachment
• Supervise Associate Teachers or Sub-Pool Teacher Aides or volunteers in the classroom as assigned by supervisor
• Assist in the training and mentoring of new teaching staff
• Assist in using Environment Rating Scales, the Classroom Assessment Scoring System, and other monitoring systems to evaluate programs
• Know emergency procedures and be prepared to take responsibility for carrying them out
• See that food counts, sign-in/sign-out, and attendance reports are kept accurately
• Complete record keeping such as childcare food program, attendance, child assessments, and observations
• Observe and record information about children for portfolios or assessment file
• Plan and facilitate regular classroom staff meetings that include discussions of individual children, health and safety practices, activity plans, and general training
• Assume duties of Site Supervisor for assigned periods of time in the absence of the Site Supervisor
• Work cooperatively with child development team in achieving the goals and objectives of the classroom and center

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees