Adult School Parent Education Instructor (Garden Preschool)

POSITION PURPOSE: This position is responsible for facilitating adult school parent education classes for families with children ages 3–5 in a garden and outdoor classroom environment. The instructor creates a supportive, developmentally appropriate learning setting where parents and children participate in a cooperative model that strengthens parent child relationships while supporting early childhood development through play, outdoor exploration, gardening, discussion, and instruction. Classes run from the last week of August to the last week of May, following the CVUSD school year calendar; teaching summer classes is also an option.  PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS):
 

• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate preschool experiences, including art, sensory exploration, early literacy and math, fine and gross motor activities, and early STEM learning.

 

• Designs and leads outdoor and garden-based learning experiences, including gardening, nature exploration, environmental stewardship, and hands-on science activities.

   

• Facilitates parent discussions focused on child development, behavior guidance, school readiness, family communication, and relationship-based parenting practices.

 

• Organizes and guides parent participation within a cooperative classroom model, ensuring parents actively support all children during assigned participation days.

 

• Creates a welcoming and inclusive outdoor classroom environment that supports diverse families and learning styles.

 

• Provides individualized and small group support to parents and children, adapting activities to meet varying developmental needs.

 

• Develops and distributes parent education handouts and instructional materials aligned with class topics.

 

• Communicates clearly and consistently with families regarding class activities, school-wide events, and program expectations.

 

• Maintains organized records related to attendance, instructional planning, and classroom materials.

 

• Manages classroom supplies and garden materials, including tracking expenses, submitting receipts, and maintaining organized records.

 

• Participates in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and parenting workshops offered on campus.

 

• Supports program enrollment efforts by promoting classes and engaging with prospective families as needed.

 

• Prepares and shares quarterly calendars of class activities and events with families.

 

• Plans and coordinates field trips, class celebrations, and family engagement activities.

 

• Represents the program at select whole school or campus events, including occasional evening events.

 

• Reflects on instructional practice and family feedback to improve program quality and effectiveness.

 

• Follows established district policies and procedures, including those related to safety, mandated reporting, and professional conduct.

    OTHER FUNCTIONS: During periods of critical shortage or other emergency situations, shall temporarily perform any duties as directed within the authorization of any credentials held by the incumbent that are part of the class description requirements in effect at the time such duties are performed. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • 24 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units or Master Teacher Child Development Permit OR • A valid Adult Education Teaching Credential OR • Three or more years of specialized job experience in parenting education or early childhood development. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
 • Knowledge of preschool child development, including social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.
 • Knowledge of outdoor learning, garden-based education, and developmentally appropriate risk-taking in early childhood settings.
 • Ability to facilitate adult learning and parent education discussions effectively.
 • Ability to create developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments for preschool children and caregivers.
 • Ability to work effectively with families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
 • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
 • Ability to plan, organize, and manage instructional materials, classroom resources, and garden spaces.
 • Ability to collaborate effectively with program staff, administration, and the school community.
 • Poise, tact, good judgment, and a commitment to supporting families and young children.