Preschool Teacher

Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Preschool Teacher shall be responsible for the
daily operation of the Head Start classroom. This includes, but is not limited to: curriculum
development and implementation, coordination of volunteers in the classroom, promotion of a
positive self-image for each child, the assurance of the safety of all children, child assessments,
home visits, and the supervision of the Teacher Assistant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement daily classroom program, in conjunction with other education staff and parents to enhance the positive self-image of each child.
• Design a positive classroom environment. Be able to score positively on all the required measurements annually.
• Prepare weekly curriculum plans for daily lesson plans.
• Make at least two visits to each child’s home per year, and participate in parent conferences as needed.
• Complete individualized assessments on each child followed by parent conferences.
• Conduct monthly child observations and prepare individual education plans ongoing.
• Complete specialized screening of children as required and refer children suspected of having special needs or challenging behavior.
• Promote positive, professional relationships with staff and all parents.
• Supervise and coordinate activities for parents and other volunteers in the classroom.
• Ensure compliance with all Head Start Program Performance Standards and all other applicable standards of regulatory agencies (i.e. Community Care Licensing).
• Supervise the activities of the Teacher Assistant, and in conjunction with the Site Supervisor prepare a written performance evaluation for the Teacher Assistant.
• Conduct emergency and earthquake preparedness drills.
• Assist in center food preparation and food services including clean up.
• Assist in the general clean-up and packing of furniture as needed.
• Help maintain a clean, safe and healthy classroom environment.
• Assist in maintaining an engaging and stimulating learning environment that encourages children’s independence and self-selection of activities.
• Assist in any hygiene needs of the children.
• Attend not less than 15 clock hours of professional development per year. Such professional development shall be high-quality, sustained, intensive and classroom focused in order to have a positive and lasting impact on classroom instruction.
• Participate in various in-services and trainings for professional growth.
• Maintain the required files; monthly/quarterly reports, assessments. Ongoing documentation shall be in accordance with established timelines.
• Participate in relevant collaborative meetings with community, and trainings with county agencies as required.
• Exemplify general ECE teaching tools and orient new Head Start personnel.
• Mobilize to different classrooms or different sites for coverage as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily, previous experience preferred. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of Head Start Act, 2007 and Performance Standards.
• Knowledge of child development- Typical and Atypical.
• Knowledge of instructional materials, methods, and age appropriate assessment tools.
• Knowledge of individual differences, learning styles, cultural needs, child development and community needs in setting up and implement curriculum for the year.
• Ability to effectively communicate with school personnel, students and parents.
• Ability to clearly communicate and implement educational plans and timelines.
• Communicate educational goals and outcomes to parents.
• Assess and diagnose educational deficits and growth.
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with staff and clients.
• Maintain acceptable work habits (attendance, punctuality, time management, teamwork, etc.).
• Travel to homes, community, or other work related sites.
• Resourceful in teaching methods and classroom environment.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
State:
Associate Degree in ECE or related field desirable; or completed 12 units in ECE or CHDV, 9
units being in the core area, with 16 semester units in general education. CCTC Associate
Teacher permit or higher is required.
MSHS:
Associate degree in ECE or related field required. Bachelor's or advanced degree in Early
Childhood Development or related field is strongly preferred. CCTC Associate Teacher permit
or higher is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Verification of California Child Development Teacher Permit or higher level permit.
• Pediatric First Aid Certification and CPR desired.
• Preventative Health & Safety EMSA training desired.
• Valid California Driver’s license or California ID.
• Department of Justice/FBI/ Child Abuse Index Clearance prior hire.
• Megan’s Law Clearance.
• TB Test & Physical required upon hire.
• Current MMR & Tdap Immunizations.
• Current Influenza Immunization or waiver of decline.
• Mandatory Reporter Training certification mandatory.
• Employee must arrange their own transportation. If using own vehicle in the course of employment, must have proof of current auto insurance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand for
long periods of time. The employee frequently is required to lift up to 25 lbs, and reach with
hands and arms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and accidental life
insurances. Employees have a choice of four medical plans. Optional benefits include vision and
additional life insurance coverage at the expense of the employee.
Leave: El Concilio offers PTO (Personal Time-Off) benefits as well as 13 paid holidays per year
to all permanent employees. Part-time employees’ leave benefits are prorated.

Other Benefits: Flexible Spending Account (PayFlex) and 401K Retirement account (John
Hancock).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, WORKPLACE DIVERSITY, AND REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATION

Salary : $20 - $30