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Location : CA, CA
Job Type: Part-time and Full-time
Job Number: 23-199-2
Division: Business Services
Opening Date: 10/04/2023
Salary Schedule Range: 53
RECRUITMENT DETAILS
POSITIONS ARE 210 DAYS/YEAR, 5 (1pm-6pm) OR 6.5 ( 7-8:30am and1:00-6pm) HOURS/M-F. POSITIONS MAY BE SPLIT-SHIFT.
THE ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS
APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass/Fail
Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process.
For those passing the Training and Experience Evaluation (notified after the recruitment closing date):
2.General Fitness Exam - Date: TBD
The General Fitness Exam will consist of an on-line multiple choice examination assessing fundamental knowledge for the position.
For those passing the General Fitness / Performance Examination:
3. Structured Oral Interview - Date TBD
The Structured Oral Interview will be before a panel and contain questions that assess technical knowledge, experience, and one's general fitness for successful performance in the position.
A total score will be computed using weighted scores on all testing components. Applicants must receive a passing score on the oral examination to be placed on the year-long eligibility list. The top 3 ranks (scores) on the eligibility list are eligible for the hiring interview for each vacancy in this classification within the life of the list.
BASIC POSITION FUNCTION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, plans, coordinates and oversees Child Care program activities in a designated Child Care center, including designing and implementing a variety of activities, which promote child's cognitive, linguistic, physical, social-emotional, and self-expressive learning and development in a safe and well supervised manner; carries out program goals and policies.
Child Care Leader is distinguished from a Child Care Assistant by exercising a significant amount of responsibility in facilitating, planning and coordination of Child Care program activities at an assigned school site; and providing work direction and guidance to incumbents in a Child Care Assistant classification.
Positions in this classification do not provide instructional support in a K-12 classroom and do not fall under the provisions of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2002.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops written lesson plans and objectives for the purpose of design, planning and implementation of programs for preschool and elementary age children that utilize developmentally appropriate curriculum which focuses children's attention on a particular concept or topic, offer a balance of staff and child guided activities, include interactive small and large group experiences and opportunities for sustained high-level play; school age programs will include homework assistance as part of the daily schedule.
In collaboration with assigned supervisor, design, implement and maintain site programming and classroom environment utilizing SACERS guidelines.
Establish and maintain files and records related to the program such as registration and enrollment, attendance, use of materials, supplies, equipment and related inventory controls.
Performs operational activities incidental to the operation of the program such as monitoring authorization of persons to sign-in and out students, collection of fees and checks, ordering supplies, preparation of cooking projects and general housekeeping.
Maintains a monthly budget for warehouse supplies and orders supplies.
Assist supervisor in coordinating schedules of assigned center staff to ensure required classroom coverage is maintained.
Provide information and respond to inquiries from parents participating in the program and the public by interpreting policies and procedures with regard to program operation.
Assist in ensuring a safe and healthy classroom environment to achieve optimal learning and development.
Attend staff meetings, parent meetings, and pre and in-services trainings.
Organize and coordinates fund raisers with supervisor.
Organize and coordinate field trips with and supervisor.
Collaborate with school site Administration and staff.
Maintain ongoing communication with parents and conference as needed.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
*Alternate variations of education/experience may be considered by Personnel Commission staff as acceptable to qualify for participation in the examination process resulting in an eligibility list. When appropriate additional work experience beyond the minimum requirement may be supplemented for required minimum education requirements.
Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements
JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Nondiscrimination in Employment
The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (BP 0410). Any applicant who attempts to directly contact individual Board Members with the intent of influencing the deciaion of the Board will be considered disqualified from candidacy for this position.
BENEFITS
MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 27.5 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in a variety of District plans. Employee contribution amount towards a premium varies based on medical plan. Family coverage is also available with an additional employee monthly paid premium. NOTE: Employees with assignments fewer than 27.5 hours per week are eligible to participate / buy-in into medical plans at full cost.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family dental insurance.
VISION CARE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family vision insurance.
HOLIDAYS: Up to fourteen paid holidays per year.
LIFE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family life insurance.
VACATION: Employees with one to three years of service earn 12 vacation days per year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn vacation on a pro rata basis). The number of vacation days earned increases with longevity up to 20 days per year after 15 years of service.
SICK LEAVE: One day per month, cumulative from year to year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn sick leave on a pro rata basis).
RETIREMENT: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 4 or more hours daily AND at least 20 hours weekly are covered by Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Click to visit website.
Employees holding positions that are fewer than 4 hours per day or 20 hours per week are enrolled in APPLE, an alternative to Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer.
SALARY STEP MOVEMENT: First day of fiscal year (July 1st) for those employees in working status at least 75% of work year.
LONGEVITY COMPENSATION: Upon completion of 7, 10, 14, 20, 24, and 29 years of service from the hire date, employees receive an additional 2 1/2% salary increase.
REPRESENTATION: Classified staff (with the exception of Campus Safety Assistants) are represented by Chapter 620, CSEA.
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Please read carefully before submitting your application. To assist our screening committee in evaluating your background qualifications for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections. DO NOT rely on your resume to convey your education and experience as the optional resume is only considered at the time of the hiring interview. I have read and understand these instructions.
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Do you have a Child Development Teacher's permit or above issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing?
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If you have a Child Development Permit, issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, enter the Document Number, Name it was issued to, and the Expiration Date below.
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If you DO NOT have a Child Development Teacher's permit or above issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, you MUST supply college transcripts (unofficial accepted at time of applying) either by attaching to this application or hand-delivering to the CVUSD district office at the time of applying. Indicate below how you are submitting your transcript
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If you DO NOT have a Child Development Teacher Permit, do you have 175 days of experience in an instructional capacity in a child/preschool care and development program, working at least three hours per day within the last four years? (Please note that you will need to submit official verification from the structured child/preschool program.)
Required Question
Location : CA, CA
Job Type: Part-time and Full-time
Job Number: 23-199-2
Division: Business Services
Opening Date: 10/04/2023
Salary Schedule Range: 53
RECRUITMENT DETAILS
POSITIONS ARE 210 DAYS/YEAR, 5 (1pm-6pm) OR 6.5 ( 7-8:30am and1:00-6pm) HOURS/M-F. POSITIONS MAY BE SPLIT-SHIFT.
THE ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS
APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass/Fail
Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process.
For those passing the Training and Experience Evaluation (notified after the recruitment closing date):
2.General Fitness Exam - Date: TBD
The General Fitness Exam will consist of an on-line multiple choice examination assessing fundamental knowledge for the position.
For those passing the General Fitness / Performance Examination:
3. Structured Oral Interview - Date TBD
The Structured Oral Interview will be before a panel and contain questions that assess technical knowledge, experience, and one's general fitness for successful performance in the position.
A total score will be computed using weighted scores on all testing components. Applicants must receive a passing score on the oral examination to be placed on the year-long eligibility list. The top 3 ranks (scores) on the eligibility list are eligible for the hiring interview for each vacancy in this classification within the life of the list.
BASIC POSITION FUNCTION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, plans, coordinates and oversees Child Care program activities in a designated Child Care center, including designing and implementing a variety of activities, which promote child's cognitive, linguistic, physical, social-emotional, and self-expressive learning and development in a safe and well supervised manner; carries out program goals and policies.
Child Care Leader is distinguished from a Child Care Assistant by exercising a significant amount of responsibility in facilitating, planning and coordination of Child Care program activities at an assigned school site; and providing work direction and guidance to incumbents in a Child Care Assistant classification.
Positions in this classification do not provide instructional support in a K-12 classroom and do not fall under the provisions of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2002.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops written lesson plans and objectives for the purpose of design, planning and implementation of programs for preschool and elementary age children that utilize developmentally appropriate curriculum which focuses children's attention on a particular concept or topic, offer a balance of staff and child guided activities, include interactive small and large group experiences and opportunities for sustained high-level play; school age programs will include homework assistance as part of the daily schedule.
In collaboration with assigned supervisor, design, implement and maintain site programming and classroom environment utilizing SACERS guidelines.
Establish and maintain files and records related to the program such as registration and enrollment, attendance, use of materials, supplies, equipment and related inventory controls.
Performs operational activities incidental to the operation of the program such as monitoring authorization of persons to sign-in and out students, collection of fees and checks, ordering supplies, preparation of cooking projects and general housekeeping.
Maintains a monthly budget for warehouse supplies and orders supplies.
Assist supervisor in coordinating schedules of assigned center staff to ensure required classroom coverage is maintained.
Provide information and respond to inquiries from parents participating in the program and the public by interpreting policies and procedures with regard to program operation.
Assist in ensuring a safe and healthy classroom environment to achieve optimal learning and development.
Attend staff meetings, parent meetings, and pre and in-services trainings.
Organize and coordinates fund raisers with supervisor.
Organize and coordinate field trips with and supervisor.
Collaborate with school site Administration and staff.
Maintain ongoing communication with parents and conference as needed.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
- High School diploma or an equivalent. Associate's Degree Early Childhood Education/Child Development and/or Teaching Credential as issued by the State of CAare is highly desirable.
- A minimum of two (2) years of Recent experience in Child Care and education service, in a structured childcare/preschool program
*Alternate variations of education/experience may be considered by Personnel Commission staff as acceptable to qualify for participation in the examination process resulting in an eligibility list. When appropriate additional work experience beyond the minimum requirement may be supplemented for required minimum education requirements.
Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements
- Completion and/or enrollment in at least one (1) three (3) unit course in early childhood education prior to completion of the six (6) months probationary period.
- Valid First-Aid and CPR(cardiopulmonary resuscitation) Certificates shall be obtained for permanency in this classification (within 6 months of employment) and must be renewed as necessary during employment.
JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Theory and practice of early childhood and/or school-age education
- Organization and operation of Child Care and education programs
- Program evaluation methods and assessment tools
- Basic elements of team teaching
- Principles of classroom health and safety
- Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
- Recordkeeping practices and procedures
Ability to:
- Learn and apply rules and regulations involved in assigned program functions
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
- Set appropriate boundaries with children and adults utilizing conflict resolution skills and proactive communication, following guidelines established in the Child Care Parent Policy Handbook.
- Comprehend and follow directions given verbally and in writing
- Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Apply principles of creativity and flexibility in executing program functions
- Establish and maintain a safe and healthful environment
- Establish and maintain basic filing systems for program required recordkeeping
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and parents, program staff and the public.
- Develop and implement behavior plan as needed to address challenging student behaviors and address individual children's needs.
Nondiscrimination in Employment
The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (BP 0410). Any applicant who attempts to directly contact individual Board Members with the intent of influencing the deciaion of the Board will be considered disqualified from candidacy for this position.
BENEFITS
MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 27.5 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in a variety of District plans. Employee contribution amount towards a premium varies based on medical plan. Family coverage is also available with an additional employee monthly paid premium. NOTE: Employees with assignments fewer than 27.5 hours per week are eligible to participate / buy-in into medical plans at full cost.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family dental insurance.
VISION CARE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family vision insurance.
HOLIDAYS: Up to fourteen paid holidays per year.
LIFE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family life insurance.
VACATION: Employees with one to three years of service earn 12 vacation days per year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn vacation on a pro rata basis). The number of vacation days earned increases with longevity up to 20 days per year after 15 years of service.
SICK LEAVE: One day per month, cumulative from year to year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn sick leave on a pro rata basis).
RETIREMENT: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 4 or more hours daily AND at least 20 hours weekly are covered by Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Click to visit website.
Employees holding positions that are fewer than 4 hours per day or 20 hours per week are enrolled in APPLE, an alternative to Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer.
SALARY STEP MOVEMENT: First day of fiscal year (July 1st) for those employees in working status at least 75% of work year.
LONGEVITY COMPENSATION: Upon completion of 7, 10, 14, 20, 24, and 29 years of service from the hire date, employees receive an additional 2 1/2% salary increase.
REPRESENTATION: Classified staff (with the exception of Campus Safety Assistants) are represented by Chapter 620, CSEA.
01
Please read carefully before submitting your application. To assist our screening committee in evaluating your background qualifications for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections. DO NOT rely on your resume to convey your education and experience as the optional resume is only considered at the time of the hiring interview. I have read and understand these instructions.
02
Do you have a Child Development Teacher's permit or above issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing?
- Yes
- No
03
If you have a Child Development Permit, issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, enter the Document Number, Name it was issued to, and the Expiration Date below.
04
If you DO NOT have a Child Development Teacher's permit or above issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, you MUST supply college transcripts (unofficial accepted at time of applying) either by attaching to this application or hand-delivering to the CVUSD district office at the time of applying. Indicate below how you are submitting your transcript
05
If you DO NOT have a Child Development Teacher Permit, do you have 175 days of experience in an instructional capacity in a child/preschool care and development program, working at least three hours per day within the last four years? (Please note that you will need to submit official verification from the structured child/preschool program.)
Required Question
