Family Service Agency has an exciting opportunity for a Toddler/Preschool Teacher in our Menlo Park Child Development Center.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Haven Child Development Center primarily serves homeless families and families overcoming relationship abuse. We also serve families in our community who are income eligible. The teacher is responsible for the design, planning, and implementation of a quality child care classroom for children between the ages of 18 months and 36 months. The position requires skill and expertise in developmentally appropriate activities for this age group, staff supervision, child assessments, and the ability to accept children and adults from diverse backgrounds. The teacher must act as the role model and provide leadership for the rest of the staff in all aspects of the program.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The teacher must possess or be eligible for a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit, B.A. degree preferred. Two years of experience with toddlers is preferred. Three semester units of coursework applying to the care of infants and toddlers will be required. Some supervisory experience is preferred. Should hold, or be willing to obtain, CPR and first aid certification. Three semester units of early childhood administration are desirable.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
STAFF:
1. Supervise and assign duties to other staff in the classroom.
2. Make sure that there is always adequate staff and supervision.
3. Assist site director in planning monthly all-staff meetings.
4. Act in place of the director when director is off-site.
5. Facilitate regular classroom staff meetings that include discussions of individual children,
health and safety practices, activity plans, and general training.
6. Work cooperatively with the site director in achieving the goals and objectives of the center.
7. See that universal health precautions are practiced by all staff.
8. Assist with evaluation of teacher's aides under his/her supervision.
CHILDREN:
1. Visually supervise the classroom and outdoor area. Anticipate and move quickly to
prevent potentially injurious situations that arise during play.
2. Ensure that the classroom environment is developmentally appropriate and includes (but is
not limited to) music, manipulatives, soft blocks, dramatic play opportunities, art, sensory
exploration, easel painting, and physical movement.
3. Ensure that the outdoor environment is developmentally appropriate and includes (but is not
limited to) sand, climbing, water play, wheel toys, dramatic play, and sensory experiences.
4. Help with the physical set up including moving outdoor equipment to appropriate areas.
5. Develop and carry out written activity plans that relate to the physical, social and cognitive
levels of the children enrolled as determined by assessments and child observations.
6. Take part in caring for the physical needs of the assigned children and be aware of the
needs the entire room to see that children are well cared for. These needs include
diapering, feeding, and helping put children down for naps.
7. Interact, initiate and encourage the children in the activities during the day.
8. Supervise and take part in cleanup activities.
9. Model a positive, consistent approach to helping children develop inner behavior controls
and good social skills. Use conflict resolution techniques when possible.
10. See that assessments and quarterly service reports are kept for each child.
PARENTS:
1. Maintain good relationships with parents through daily verbal contact and/or written
notes.
2. See that the service plan for each child is completed quarterly with the parent.
3. See that two conferences are held each year with each parent.
4. Contact parents when their child is ill.
5. Submit written items for the parent newsletter.
6. Attend parent meetings, when asked.
7. Involve parents by recognizing their talents and soliciting their participation.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
1. Open the classroom in the morning or be responsible for closing at 5:30 p.m.
2. See that food counts, sign-in/sign-out, and attendance reports are kept accurately.
3. See that snacks and/or breakfasts are prepared and recorded in compliance with CCFP.
4. Be knowledgeable about licensing and safety regulations and see that the classroom is in
compliance.
5. Know emergency procedures and be prepared to take responsibility for carrying them
out (Fire drills, earthquake, CPR, first aid).
6. Help complete "Health and Safety" check forms when requested.
7. Participate in evaluation of the center using the EPS or Desired Results.
8. Attend night staff meetings.
9. See that supplies needed to carry out activities are ordered or purchased before needed.
10. Purchase supplies and do shopping when requested.
PERSONAL:
1. Within one month of employment, obtain a medical clearance and verification of a negative TB test.
2. Obtain fingerprints clearance upon employment.
3. Verification to legally work in the United States.
4. Continue to acquire knowledge about early childhood development by attending classes, workshops, or reading.
OTHER:
Limits of authority: The teacher is under the supervision of the site director. Teachers may assign responsibilities within program, change a scheduled daily activity, discipline a child, and discuss child's behavior and activities with parents. Teacher should inform the site director about sick children, changing the curriculum, leaving the building with the children, accidents, or concerns about children, parents or staff.
Employer may at its discretion add further related duties not listed herein.
If interested please e-mail or fax cover letter and resume to:
Francine Weiss, HR Coordinator
24 Second Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
Fax: 650-403-4303
E-mail: fweiss_fssm@yahoo.com
If you have any questions please give me a call at: 650-403-4300.
Thank you we look forward to hearing from you soon.
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