On-Call Preschool Teacher - Woodland

We are seeking reliable, nurturing, career-minded teachers for our Early Learning Centers. Serving children from birth to 5 years old, our infant and preschool programs provide high quality childcare and holistic support for low-income families, and work to ensure that all our kids are prepared for a lifetime of learning with the tools and support they need to thrive.

Position summary

• This position is On-Call and does not have a set schedule.
• These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Mission and Policies of the YMCA of the East Bay.
• Teachers are responsible for providing high-quality care and education that meets the needs of children and families in a setting that is inclusive for children of all abilities.
• Teachers implement services aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, rules and regulations determined by the California Department of Education, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and Community Care Licensing.
• Teachers facilitate developmentally appropriate classroom/outdoor activities and environments using the Creative Curriculum and partner with families to ensure that children are provided with an education that results in growth and positive learning outcomes.
• Teachers observe and assess children and use assessment data to ensure that curriculum is individualized to meet the needs of individuals and groups.

Essential functions

• 1.
• Develop and implement written curriculum goals in accordance with the Creative Curriculum, Project-Based Curriculum, The Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, and California Department of Education Foundations and Frameworks.
• 2.
• Plan and facilitate learning activities that meet curriculum goals for individuals and groups of children, while providing direction, guidance, and visual supervision.
• 3.
• Supervise and monitor children at all times.
• 4.
• Interact with children using intentional and responsive verbal and non-verbal strategies.
• 5.
• Document the progress of each child in the designated online system using observation notes, picture and anecdotal notes, work samples, documentation panels, screenings, and assessments.
• 6.
• Conduct two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences for each child annually.
• 7.
• Create and maintain stimulating, organized, and inviting learning environments in the classroom and outdoor play areas that are reflective of the cultural diversity in the classroom and the surrounding community.
• 8.
• Develop relationships with families that foster effective partnerships and promote each child’s optimum growth and development.
• 9.
• Have knowledge of and carry out all Health and Safety requirements according to Community Care Licensing, Head Start Performance Standards, and California Department of Education regulations.
• 10.
• Conduct a daily health check for each child and adhere to treatment/intervention plans and medication administration for children with special health needs.
• 11.
• Ensure accurate documentation on Infant/Toddler daily records, if applicable.
• 12.
• Monitor classroom materials and equipment and outdoor facilities daily to ensure safety, performing and/or requesting maintenance as required.
• 13.
• Instruct and guide children in the proper and safe use of facilities, materials, and equipment.
• 14.
• Instruct and monitor children in proper health and hygiene skills, including toileting, hand washing, and tooth-brushing.
• 15.
• Monitor classroom attendance sheets daily for proper parent sign-in and sign-out.
• 16.
• Conduct and log monthly earthquake/fire drills.
• 17.
• Participate in meetings, classes, and trainings for professional growth and maintenance of current permit.
• Teachers may be required to attend classes to attain AA or BA degrees.
• 18.
• Maintain updated and organized files on all children and ensure that all required paperwork including observations, screenings, and assessments is completed within set deadlines.
• 19.
• Ensure accurate documentation in the online system of Attendance and Daily Meal Counts for the Child Care Food Program.
• 20.
• Create effective and professional relationships with families and children, maintaining appropriate boundaries and confidentiality and initiate ongoing communication with family members through conversations, daily notes, home visits, and parent/teacher conferences.
• 21.
• Attend and participate in Center Staff Meetings.
• Contribute to Parent Center Meetings or special events, and perform other duties as assigned.

Measure of effectiveness

This position has a primary impact on the operations of the ECI Program. Therefore, the effectiveness of the fulfillment of this position should be measured by:

1. The knowledge and implementation of relevant/required program procedures. 2. The sound administration of systems and records that are up-to-date and accurate. 3. A healthy and safe workplace and school environment. 4. Positive outcomes for children and families that are aligned with program goals.

Work environment & physical demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is often required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is required to work outdoors daily.
• Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. (NOTE Head Start=AA degree or above required, Early Head Start=AA degree or above preferred)
• Current Child Development permit at the Associate Teacher level or above
• Successful completion of 12 or more semester units in Early Childhood Education, for Early Head Start, completion of 6 units of infant/toddler development with grade C or above
• Must be able to communicate in English with proficiency, bilingual or multi-lingual preferred
• 2 years of experience as a classroom teacher in Early Childhood Programs, prefer experience in state subsidized or Early/Head Start setting
• Experience working with children and families of diverse cultural backgrounds
• Pre-employment physical examination and TB clearance
• Current certificates for Pediatric First Aid and CPR, including a total of 15 hours of preventative health and safety training or completion of this training within 90 days of hire
• LiveScan fingerprint and criminal record clearance
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure in high stress situations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and other computer programs