What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Associate Teacher LOCATION: Merced Early Learning Center position at Merced County Office of Education?
EHS Associate Teacher LOCATION: Merced Early Learning Center at Merced County Office of Education
Application Deadline
4/30/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
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209-381-6619
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171.44 - 192.88 Daily
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About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under general supervision of a Site Supervisor or Master Teacher, provide support and assistance in a preschool classroom and on the playground. Work with children individually or in small groups; provide activities as planned; assist children with personal needs; work to maintain a clean, safe, and orderly physical environment. This position is included in the Head Start certificated bargaining unit and is subject to terms of the union agreement regarding membership, payment of like fee, or donation to recognized charity.
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Satisfactory results from pre-employment physical required. Education and/or Training: 12 units in ECE/CD including core courses (3 units must be Infant-Toddler Development). Experience: Experience in an instructional capacity as required for Associate Teacher Permit (50 days of 3 or more hours per day within the last 2 years).
Credentials and/or Skills: Hold/qualify for a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher. Possess or obtain within 90 days of hire a Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificate. Knowledge of child growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice. Ability to plan, organize and oversee a preschool classroom; work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required.
- Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of units(as per minimum requirements for this position))
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Satisfactory results from pre-employment physical required. Education and/or Training: 12 units in ECE/CD including core courses (3 units must be Infant-Toddler Development). Experience: Experience in an instructional capacity as required for Associate Teacher Permit (50 days of 3 or more hours per day within the last 2 years).
Credentials and/or Skills: Hold/qualify for a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher. Possess or obtain within 90 days of hire a Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificate. Knowledge of child growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice. Ability to plan, organize and oversee a preschool classroom; work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required.
- Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of units(as per minimum requirements for this position))
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