Substitute Child Development Center Teacher -MJC

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Substitute Child Development Center Teacher – MJC

Modesto Junior College

Classified Salary Schedule  – Range 21, $17.95 to $22.93 per hour.

This is a temporary short-term work assignment position. Substitute short-term teachers may be called on short notice (same day) for shifts Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and may include evenings and weekends.

Workers Compensation Coverage Only.

Under general supervision, provides care and instruction for infants and toddlers and/or preschool children in a child development center environment; instructs children in social, behavioral, manipulative, and language development skills; participates in the planning, organizing and conducting of instructional and training programs; aids parents in developing child-rearing skills; and performs related work as assigned.

These positions perform journey-level teaching duties, curriculum planning and development, and may direct, train, and/or monitor the work of subordinate Associate Teachers and other support staff on a project or assignment basis.

Works under general supervision. Incumbent may assign, direct, and/or monitor the work of subordinate full-time, part-time, and/or student employees on a project basis but does not directly lead or supervise other full-time employees.

Any combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• General functions, policies, rules, and regulations of a community college child care center.
• Health, safety, and nutritional requirements of young children.
• Principles of child development, psychology, and early childhood education.
• Needs and behavior of children of various ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds.
• Federal and state regulations pertaining to early childhood education.
• Public and human relations skills.

• Understand and independently carry out oral and written instructions.
• Use good judgment.
• Perform simple mathematics.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

• Education: Completion of 24 semester (or equivalent quarter) units in early childhood education/child development, including at least 12 semester units in school-age education; and at least 16 semester general education units.
• Experience: At least 350 days (minimum 3 hours/day) caring directly for children during the last four years.

• Must pass licensing requirements that include a medical clearance and a background investigation, including reference checks and a state criminal history report, prior to the start of employment. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the candidate.

• Provide a wide range of childcare and instruction services for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children; interact with children, parents, and other family members positively.
• Instruct, motivate, and guide children in social, behavioral, motor, manipulative, and language skills.
• Plan, prepare, and use a variety of childcare and instructional aids and materials; develop lesson plans as directed.
• Identify and meet the requirements of children with special needs to facilitate full inclusion.
• Encourage participation and provide a variety of experiences to develop skills.
• Monitor and correct child behavior using behavior modification and reinforcement strategies.
• Meet physical needs of children (diaper changes, toileting, feeding, nap preparation).
• Help prepare and serve meals and snacks; clean up food preparation areas.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences; provide information on growth, development, progress, and policies; help develop parent participation projects.
• Instruct parents on child-rearing, nutrition, hygiene, and childcare techniques.
• Perform light housekeeping functions to maintain equipment, bedding, and utensils.
• Observe children for signs of ill health or emotional concerns.
• Explain policies and operational procedures to the public.
• Maintain…