Preschool Associate Teacher; Bus Duties Req

This role includes split shifts and requires assistance with bus duties.

After submitting your application, please email your unofficial transcripts to aguzman. We need to verify your Child Development/Early Childhood Education units in order to move forward with your application.

We are looking for a 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.

• Has 12 semester units ECE/CD, with a grade C or better, or CDA Credential or CTC.
• Has 6 months related experience with children ages 0-5 years of age.
• Has 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. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.

• Assist children safely during boarding, riding, and exiting the bus, including fastening seatbelts, maintaining safety, setting limits, keeping children seated, and supporting emergency procedures.
• Keep the Bus Driver informed about concerns involving individual children or families.
• Engage children with age‑appropriate activities such as games, songs, and conversation during transportation.
• Conduct end‑of‑trip bus inspections by straightening seatbelts, removing trash, and checking for children or belongings.
• Ensure the established seating chart is followed.
• Release children only to authorized adults at the end of the day.
• Verify all children have been dropped off using sign‑in sheets.
• Provide care and education for children ages 0–5 in a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Collaborate with the Center Supervisor and Teachers to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Assume Teacher responsibilities when needed, guiding instructional assistants, parents, and volunteers.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Support the planning and delivery of educational activities that promote child development.
• Participate in physical activities with children, including games, music, and outdoor play.
• Complete pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training within the first 30 days of hire.
• Complete 16 hours of training on preventive health practices and nutrition within the first 30 days of hire.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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