Associate Teacher - Agnew Early Learning; QSS

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• -12 or more units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development required
• - AA degree preferred
• - Valid Child Development Associate Teacher Permit preferred (Required for Title 5 programs)
• - Infant/toddler Child Development Coursework (3-semester units) required for infant classrooms
• - 1+ years of experience supervising children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old in an infant, toddler or preschool early learning program
• - Working knowledge or the ability to learn District adopted software
• - Must have current or be able to obtain Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification and maintain certification during employment
• - 8-hour Health and Safety training course or ability to obtain
• - Proof of immunizations against influenza, pertussis, and measles
• - Knowledge of early learning requirements in Title 22 and Title 5
• - Knowledge of early childhood education, best practices, teaching methods and techniques
• - Written and verbal communication skills in English
• - Physical agility to lift up to 40 lbs to shoulder height
• - Must be able to walk, squat, bend, and stand; ability to move freely to supervise and engage in indoor and outdoor activities with children
• - Ability to sit at low tables, on small, low chairs, on the floor or on the ground, and in classrooms of various configurations for extended periods of time
• - Ability to drive personal vehicle as needed
• - Hearing and speaking to exchange information with students, families, colleagues, and the school community

• Responsible for visual supervision of children and maintaining teacher/child ratio according to Title 22 and Title 5
• Supports substitutes in following classroom routines to meet individual students' needs.
• Participates in parent conferences
• Support during meals and supervise children during mealtime
• Maintains confidentiality of children, families, and employees
• Assist the teachers in maintaining an orderly, sanitary, and safe environment that is well organized and supports children's development of school readiness and social and emotional
  -development
• Supports the teacher in developing, planning, and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum based on district standards and expectations to offer an educationally stimulating environment
• Responsible for completing and maintaining compliance in the program quality and assessment processes
• Supervise the use of the restrooms and assist in toilet learning
• Responsible for remaining current in updates and changes in child development, regulations, and program guidelines
• Administer basic First Aid as needed; teach and encourage good health and safety habits
• Assists other programs when requested
• Attends meetings as requested
• Responsible for the organization, care, and protection of school property
• Participate in district professional learning and attend additional learning opportunities to meet the required 21 professional growth hours per year
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Copy of Transcript (TRANSCRIPTS FOR ECE UNITS)

Comments and Other Information
* Incomplete applications and/or those lacking current information may not be considered as eligible candidates