CDC Teacher

Child Development Center Teacher Priority Final date to receive applications September 9, 2026 Position will remain open until filled. Join the Taft College Child Development Center and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and their families. Our Center provides a nurturing, engaging environment where children can learn, grow and thrive. As part of the Taft College community, you will work alongside a dedicated team committed to creating positive early learning experiences and fostering a welcoming, supportive environment for children and families.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES The CDC Teacher will be responsible for providing classroom supervision and planning of curriculum and activities at the Children’s Center. They may provide direction to Assistant and/or Associate Teachers in the classroom. They are responsible for enforcing health and safety for children and for the assessment of children and the keeping of their records. Provide instruction and care for children 0-6 years of age.

Provide direct supervision of children at all times. Coordinate, supervise and participate in children’s play activities; enforce safety rules. Complete accurate and timely assessment records, anecdotal write-ups and various reports on the children as required by collecting the appropriate data and recording appropriate observation and supportive evidence. Observe, record and report on each child’s behavior and development. Conduct parent conferences.

Design and implement curriculum and lesson plans based on state content and performance standards. Assist and model appropriate behavior and teaching techniques for and works effectively with Assistant and Associate Teachers, ECE practicum students, high school students and volunteers. Arrange for appropriate materials and supplies for classroom and playground activities. Ensure a caring and safe learning environment. Assist children with self-care activities.

Maintain an orderly environment. Assist individual children who difficulty in the group or temporarily lose their physical or emotional control. Responsible for classroom maintenance and supplies. Assist with meals and snack service; responsible for recording each meal service; serves as a role model for appropriate meal etiquette. Participate in preparing staff agendas for meetings. Prepare and develop curriculum and manipulatives to facilitate appropriate learning activities.

Maintain confidentiality and security of student and classroom records. Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be 18 years old or older Must possess a valid Child Development Teacher permit from the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. (CTC) Possess the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, faculty and the public.

SPECIAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Maintain a satisfactory level of progress toward the professional development requirement for permit renewal. 3 semester units in Early Childhood Education and Family Studies (ECEF) or Child Development (CD) In “Infancy” development courses. Satisfactory completion of California Department of Social Services (CDSS) “Licensing” requirements. Hold and maintain a current pediatric CPR and first aid certificate through an accredited or approved program.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Bilingual:
Spanish/English. Experience working with young children and their families in a professional setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Incorporated within one or more of the previously mentioned duties and responsibilities of this job description are the following essential physical requirements:
1. Vision sufficient to read documents and computers.
2. Speech and hearing to clearly communicate in person or by telephone.
3. Manual dexterity sufficient to use a variety of classroom supplies and provide assistance for the children’s daily needs.
4. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds such as a child.
5. Ability to bend, reach and effectively move around to facilitate classroom and playground activities…