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Job Summary
- This is the Entry Level in the Associate Teacher classification.
- Individuals can begin specializing in Infant/Toddler education and may occasionally take the place of a certified teacher.
- To implement and facilitate appropriate activities and experiences for all children.
- In the absence of the Preschool or Infant Toddler Teacher, the Associate Teacher 1 assumes the responsibilities of the Teacher.
- Maintains an active interest in taking additional ECE coursework to advance to Teacher level certificate. by taking additional ECE units.
- Under the supervision of the Site Manager, assist in providing an enriched classroom experience for all children in the program.
- 12 College units (or equivalent quarter units) covering child growth and development, or human growth and development; child, family and community, and program/curriculum and Permit in process.
- At least 6 months work experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group.
- Ability to read and write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, policy and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write simple reports and correspondence and to complete basic forms in English.
- For some positions bilingual English/ Spanish, (or other language), skills may be required.
- Ability to use basic mathematical and measurement skills, including measuring food portions.
- Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.
- Pass an employment criminal background/child abuse registry check.
- Successfully complete an employment physical and provide a copy of your immunization record showing the MMR and TDAP vaccines received, and proof of the absence of tuberculosis.
- Experience working with low-income children and families.
- Ability to articulate the role equity, inclusion, and diversity plays in our work.
- Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards desirable.
- Current pediatric First Aid and Infant/Child CPR certificate..
