Preschool Teacher

Requirements

• 2‑5 years of experience in an ECE program
• 12‑24 ECE units, or enrollment toward GE units
• CTC Associate Teacher permit

• Associate or higher Child Development Teaching Permit with at least 6 months classroom experience
• Must obtain a Child Development Associate Permit or higher within 6 months of employment if not yet possessed
• Associate Teachers must work collegially with other center staff and respond positively to supervision and feedback

• Adheres to all NBCC policies and procedures as mandated by Executive, Program, and/or Educational Resource Director
• Co‑operates with the teaching team to maintain general housekeeping tasks, providing a clean, orderly, professional environment
• Obtains and maintains certification of Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR as required by California State Licensing
• Engages in regular self‑assessment/goal setting and participates in timely evaluation of job performance with the Head Teacher and/or Site Supervisor
• Co‑operates with the Head Teacher, staff, and/or Site Supervisor to obtain appropriate substitutes when ill, on vacation, or otherwise absent
• Attends all scheduled NBCC Staff Development Days
• Demonstrates ability to work as a collegial team member with respect, trust, and professionalism
• Demonstrates professional demeanor at all times
• Supports teaching team in implementing specific child behavior plans, interventions, and resource referrals

• Adheres to all CCL Personal Rights requirements; children are not subjected to corporal or unusual punishment, yelling, humiliation, mental abuse, or punitive interference with daily functioning such as speaking, sleeping, or toileting
• Gives warmth and positive attention to each child in the classroom
• Recognizes and considers each child in relation to cultural and ethnic background, responding to each unique child with dignity and respect; fosters positive self‑esteem through respectful interactions with children and staff
• Practices positive reinforcement and redirection methods; similar standards regarding punishment apply as listed above

• Co‑operates with all teaching staff to maintain required supervision of children at all times, inside and outside, in accordance with California State Licensing regulation ratio standards; aides without at least 12 CORE ECE units may not be left alone with children without supervision
• Assists teaching staff in maintaining a safe, orderly arrangement and inviting appearance in all classrooms, including outside play areas
• Conducts the daily set‑up of classrooms and outside play areas in an inviting fashion to promote positive exploration and developmental progress
• Maintains classroom documents: daily meal counts, classroom rosters, and other reports
• Reports in writing to the Head Teacher or Site Supervisor all injuries incurred by children or staff

• Develops meaningful relationships with parents through facilitation of open, responsive communication on a continual basis
• Directs any relevant feedback, positive or negative, promptly to the Head Teacher and/or Site Supervisor

• Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud
• Works outdoors and indoors
• Uses computers, tablets, cell phone (if provided), and other office equipment
• Works alone and with peers and supervisors

• Employee Rights (see Employee Handbook)
• Health screening as required
• Tuberculosis test and documentation as specified
• Criminal record clearance and/or exemption (DOJ, CACI & FBI)
• Valid Driver’s License (if transporting children)
• Child Abuse Managed Reporter Training (online)
• Employee Rights (Lic 9052)
• Proof of Immunizations for MMR, Tdap, and Flu
• Current CPR & First Aid

• Health clearance by a physician
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, squat, reach, stand, and sit
• Proof of current Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, Influenza, COVID‑19)
• TB clearance within the past year

Hourly wage: 26‑30 USD