Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc.·Arvin, California
Implement a comprehensive educational program for preschool children while supervising instructional assistants and associate teachers. Coordinate home visits, parent conferences, and maintain accurate documentation of child development and program requirements.
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Please email your unofficial transcripts to mdavalos@capslo.org.
We need to verify your Child Development/Early Childhood Education units to proceed with your application.
As a Teacher, you will provide exceptional care and education for children and their families.
You will be responsible for implementing our comprehensive educational program in your assigned classroom, while supervising and guiding Instructional Assistants and Associate Teachers.
Your work will support CAPSLO’s mission to deliver a high-quality, enriching educational experience for all enrolled children and their families.
What you bring to the table: Depending on the department assigned, a valid California driver’s license, a current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance may be required to fulfill job-related travel.
Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.
Teacher I : Has an AA/AS Has 24 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development Has 6 months related teaching experience RCCP, Child Development Teacher Permit or higher.
Teacher II: BA/BS 12 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development 1 year related teaching experience 3 units Supervised Field Experience Child Development Teacher Permit or higher.
As a Teacher You Will: Support Center Supervisor in ensuring quality experiences for children and families, adhering to laws, regulations, and policies.
Coordinate and conduct home visits and parent conferences, scheduling at convenient times for families (may include evenings and weekends).
Plan and implement the center's education plan, individualizing for each child and tracking development with parental input.
Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of program requirements (Child/Family Files, Lesson Plans, Curriculum planning, Assessments, Transition Plans, Meal counts, Tracking sheets).
Ensure the center environment is developmentally appropriate, safe, and offers diverse experiences.
Supervise children visually at all times.
Participate in physical activities with children, involving various movements (lifting, bending, etc.).
Attend and participate in staff meetings and required trainings.
Inform Center Supervisor of any issues related to children/families or program operations.
Ensure quality educational experiences for all children, including those with disabilities.
Aid children in developing self-help skills (toileting, feeding, dressing, etc.).
Implement Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Follow program policies and procedures for daily operations.
Participate in housekeeping duties, ensuring proper sanitation as designated by the Health Coordinator.
Maintain confidentiality of family records and information.
Provide appropriate guidance to children, ensuring their personal rights are maintained.
Act as a Mandated Reporter of Child Abuse and Neglect, following reporting procedures.
Use reasonable precautions and adhere to safety rules to ensure maximum safety for self, employees, and children.
Perform other duties as needed.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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For questions regarding the application process or open positions, contact the Recruiting Department at 805-544-4355 or email us at recruitment@capslo.org.
EOE/V/ADA/Drug Free Workplace/Asset Infused Organization. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc. will consider all qualified applicants without attention to race, sex, age religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, socioeconomic class, or any other protected characteristic.
Requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree with specific units in Early Childhood Education and a Child Development Teacher Permit. Candidates must have 6 months to 1 year of related teaching experience depending on the teacher level.
Market context
In California, preschool teacher roles are commonly sought by early learning programs serving working families, and employers often look for candidates with the required ECE units plus strong communication and child-centered experience. These positions can be competitive because schedules, classroom support, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and holiday pay vary by site. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your ECE units and prepare examples of your work with young children before applying.
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