Preschool Teacher

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc.•Atascadero, CA

2d•$26 - $28

About The Position

The Preschool Teacher provides care and education for children and their families and implements the educational program in an assigned classroom. The role supports the Center Supervisor in delivering a high-quality, enriching educational experience, while supervising and guiding Instructional Assistants and Associate Teachers. Teachers plan individualized learning experiences, document children’s development, maintain a safe and developmentally appropriate classroom, and work with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

Teacher I: Associate of Arts or Associate of Science 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: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science 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 the assigned department, 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 while adhering to applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Coordinate and conduct home visits and parent conferences at times convenient for families, which may include evenings and weekends.
Plan and implement the center’s education plan, individualizing for each child and tracking development with parental input.
Maintain accurate program documentation and tracking, 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 provides 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 oneself, employees, and children.
Perform other duties as needed.