Teacher: Early Childhood Education - Laurel CDC (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District•Oakland, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of, and in cooperation with the Site Administrator, the teacher, in a collective teaching environment, shall plan, develop and execute a program for children, aged two through five years, in harmony with the development level of the children based on the continuing assessment of the child’s individual needs.

Requirements

Children’s Center Instructional Permit issued by CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
Evidence of sufficient judgment to handle crisis situations, and to use supervision constructively.
Valid early childhood certification.
High School Diploma & 24+ units in Early Childhood Education courses or PK-3 credential.
Valid California Class C driver's license.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train and assist in evaluation of assigned teaching paraprofessional personnel.
Prepare developmental and educational materials needed to implement the planned daily activities.
Cooperatively maintain an orderly and attractive environment conducive to the healthy growth, and development of the child.
Work positively with parents.
Hold parent conferences concerning the growth and development of the child.
Participate, as requested, in staff and parent meetings, in-service education and conferences.
Confer with the elementary school teacher of the child when appropriate.
Maintain required records and reports.
Relate sensitively to nursery and school age children from diverse racial, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
Recognize and to record significant individual and group behavior.
Adapt plans to meet different needs, learning.
Create an instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.
Establish effective rapport with students and their families.
Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary education.
Monitor children in classrooms.
Display the use of good judgement in making decisions.
Maintain professional relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and supervising staff members.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Maintain acceptable standards of physical health, energy, and emotional adjustment of the job environment.
Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.