Early Education Assistant Teacher; Infant​/Toddler​/Twos

Assistant Teacher

Job Summary: The Assistant Teacher is an entry‑level position in the Child Development Center series at the Early Education Center (EEC). The Assistant Teacher works under the supervision of the Site Supervisor and Director of Early Education Center and is responsible for the general supervision and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants, preschoolers, and school‑age children (ages 3 months to 12 years).

The role includes: supervising all children in attendance, maintaining safety and compliance with Department of Social Services licensing requirements, and fostering effective communication with families. The Assistant Teacher participates actively in staff meetings, professional growth activities, and collaborates with teachers and aides as needed.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Care Insurance Plans
• UC Retirement Plans
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Holidays plus accrued vacation and sick leave

1. Child Development and Education (75%)

• Provide care and developmentally appropriate activities for children, promoting cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development.
• Establish and maintain a safe, functional learning environment that encourages self‑control, self‑esteem, and positive relationships.
• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and Title 5 regulations; support teachers in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Organize and supervise field trips on and off campus.
• Assist with curriculum planning consistent with California Department of Education and Department of Social Services standards and National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation requirements.
• Conduct assessments (DRDP), make observations of individual children, and document information for developmental assessment and curriculum support.
• Participate in Desired Results Assessments, complete anecdotal notes, reports, and support overall program evaluation and goal planning.

2. Collaborative Relationships with Families (15%)

• Maintain regular respectful verbal and written communication with parents, informing families of their child’s day and center activities.
• Facilitate children’s transitions between home and center and encourage family involvement; attend quarterly family meetings.

3. Teamwork and Professional Growth (10%)

• Attend scheduled staff meetings, contribute as a team member, and engage in cooperative problem‑solving.
• Participate in staff development, workshops, conferences, and other professional growth activities, including necessary training to renew the California Child Development Permit.
• Assist teachers in planning and conducting parent meetings and social events.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of children’s developmental needs in social, emotional, cognitive, and physical areas.
• Ability to implement a developmentally appropriate program, including curriculum, assessment, and environment.
• Ability to keep children physically safe.
• Ability to interact effectively with children and adults from a broad range of backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Word processing skills.
• Eligibility for a Child Development Permit at the Assistant Teacher level within 12 months of employment (12 postsecondary semester units or equivalent in early childhood education or child development, including core courses and Infant & Toddler Development as defined by Title 22).

• Work experience in a licensed infant, toddler, or preschool setting with children 3 months–5 years of age.
• A minimum of three semester units (or equivalent) related to the care of infants that meet Title 22 licensing requirements.

• Required background…