Early Childhood Instructional Specialist Categorically Funded

Salary: $4,857.56 Monthly

Location:

3041 W. Avenue K, Lancaster, CA

Job Type: Classified

Job Number: RN26-20 (2300308)

Department:
Social & Behavioral Sciences

Closing Date: 10/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Range: 16

Anticipated

Start Date:

November 2026

• Letter of Intent
• Current Resume
• Scanned Copy of Transcripts
• Required Certificate
• Required First Aid Certificate

Hours do not exceed 40 hours per week. The exact work schedule is Monday - Thursday to Friday 7:45 am to 4:15 pm. Schedule may be subject to change by supervisor based on department needs and college hours of operation.

Under the direction of the Director of the Child Development Center, provide a nurturing learning environment and general oversight and management of children between the ages of birth through school age; assist College students with a variety of information and hands‑on training as assigned. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Plans, oversees, and implements class programs in accordance with State guidelines and the policies and philosophy of the Child Development Center. (E)
Modifies elements of the program to the needs of individual children with concerns for their interests, special talents and individual style and pace of learning. (E)
Maintains a healthy, safe, and comfortable environment that is inviting and supportive of ethnic and family diversity. (E)
Oversees other adults in the classroom and in assuring the smooth coordination of classroom activities and adult and child relationships. (E)
Participates in recommended training programs, conferences, courses and other aspects of professional growth. (E)
Assists children to become aware of their roles as integral members of a group, including children who speak languages other than English. Prepares materials for in‑service activities; prepares practicum and student evaluations. Implements methods for effectively utilizing the services of classroom assistants. Performs general set up and clean up duties including lifting equipment and maintaining the sanitation of toys, materials, and the general surroundings.

Participates in public relations events sponsored by the school. Incorporates computer‑supported instruction in the classroom. Gathers and/or collects additional resources to compliment learning topics and special interests. Documents and collect skill samples in accordance with state Desired Results forms, for use in children's assessments and evaluations. Provides for the safety and general hygiene of children at the center; assists with toilet training;

changes diapers; monitors playground activities. Performs a variety of administrative responsibilities including preparation of reports, information letters, ordering learning materials. Operates a variety of software applications to create newsletters, documents, planning forms, and earning materials. Establishes community partnerships to support and extend Child Development Center Activities. Provides basic first aid and CPR as necessary; assists children in preparing for lunch;

and serves food, drinks and snacks. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:
Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development including core courses supplemented by three units supervised field experience; AND/OR possession of or eligibility to possess a Teacher permit (or higher level permit) as stated on the current Child Development Permit Matrix issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing; AND at least one year experience…