Purposes of this Position: This position will operate within a licensed and regulated facility as established by the Tribe that will focus on safety, well-being, curriculum, and provide a routine environment for young children to thrive. Our Center implements a dynamic, play-based curriculum that incorporates artistic and practical activities into the daily schedule.
Essential Duties:

• Responsible for following all licensing regulations, policies and procedures, and any other educational requirements as applicable.
• Teaches children through individual and small group activities.
• Plans and implements curriculum for assigned classroom and posts weekly lesson plans.
• Facilitates learning and development of each child using an appropriate, program approved, and in collaboration with parent/guardian individualized learning plan.
• Regularly performs ongoing assessment of each childs development throughout the year and meets with Parents/Guardians to discuss.
• Responsible for recognizing signs of early disabling conditions (exceptional needs) and following special education procedures to implement and meet any identified needs.
• Meets the individual needs and interests of children in relation to their cultural, social, and economic background.
• Responsible for observation and accurately updating childrens records including but not limited to attendance, daily logs, curriculum, child observations, and parent participation.
• Communicates with classroom parents/guardians regarding Center activities and child development information through parent bulletin boards, etc. and/or Center/Classroom calendars.
• Provides input and assists with implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for all teachers.
• Under the direction of the Director, trains, supervises, and evaluates teacher(s) and aide(s) working in the classroom.
• Conducts regular classroom observation and supervision sessions with assigned staff and facilitates team teaching and planning.
• Maintains list of needed education supplies and materials and assists the Director with ordering as needed.
• Ensures that required records are kept, complete and filed appropriately.
• Provides a pleasant, safe, and clean environment for children and staff.
• Works as a team member with other teaching staff in planning and implementing classroom activities.
• Takes responsibility for staying informed of future changes to position qualification requirements and maintains a current professional development plan with assistance from supervising staff to prepare for upcoming position qualification requirements changes.
• Attends scheduled meetings, trainings, and conferences as necessary.
• Participates in regular reflective supervision sessions and self-assessment to promote ongoing professional development.
• Occasional interaction and contact with outside agencies, vendors, funders, volunteers, donors, and contributors.
• Informs Supervisor of all concerns, observations, or information provided by a parent or guardian in a timely manner.
• Aligns work behaviors in conformance with Generations Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Facilitates and participates in fire and earthquake drills.
• Acts as the Substitute Site Director as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• 12 core semester units of early childhood education/child development 3 semester units related to infant care.
• Preschool or Infant teaching experience of 4 years.
• 3 semester units in Administration or Staff relations.* OR*

• Associate degree in child development.
• Preschool or Infant teaching experience of 2 years.
• 3 units in Administration. OR

• Bachelors degree in child development.
• Preschool or Infant teaching experience of 1 year.
• 3 units in Administration.

• Prior experience working with children with special needs is preferred.

• Holds and maintains a current Child Development Teacher permit or higher.
• Holds and maintains a current Child Site Supervisor Permit or Program Director Permit
• Minimum of 15 hours of Child Health and Safety Training and maintains a current Infant and Child CPR First Aid certification or completes these requirements within 3 months of being hired.
• Pre-employment and periodic health screenings and a T.B. test are required, the results of which must be within acceptable ranges to attain and maintain employment.
• Complies with regulatory immunization requirements.
• Possession of a valid California Drivers License and access to an insured vehicle is required

Skills and Abilities:

• Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all aspects of work and in alignment with policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of Early Childhood Education.
• Ability to stay focused on the job.
• Treats co-workers and clients with respect.
• Possesses excellent written and oral English communication skills and the ability to consistently communicate and present information in an effective and professional manner.
• Familiarity with word processing, email, and spreadsheet programs.
• Proficient computer skills and understanding of a variety of software programs, including web-based platforms preferred.
• Prior experience and a demonstrated ability to motivate, engage with and work effectively and professionally with parents and other adults as well as with children from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds.
• Flexible and able to meet the changing needs of the program.
• Able to travel to attend conferences and scheduled in-service trainings throughout the year.
• Ability to work flexible hours for scheduled weekend or evening activities as needed.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work as part of a team and independently.
• Able to travel during the day and/or night, sometimes long distance.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
• Effective organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Regularly uses computers and computer printers, telephones, and other similar electronic office equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to listen well and communicate clearly.
• Prolonged sitting and ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, use manual and automatic office equipment, and reach with hands and arms.
• Able to stand, bend, reach down and stretch overhead, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds unassisted and may occasionally move and lift heaver materials with assistance using ergonomic guidelines.
• May lift and/or hold infants and occasionally children up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May use kitchen equipment and implements that can be heavy, hot, or sharp as well as cleaning and sanitizing products.
• Able to handle an environment that can be noisy and includes the comings and goings of small children and their families.

Indian Preference
Native American Indian preference shall apply to the position in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000e-2(i)), regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (41 C.F.R. § 60-1.5(a)(7)), and/or other relevant laws. Applicants claiming Indian preference must submit verification of Indian eligibility with their application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.21 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• United States: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• current Infant and Child CPR First Aid certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Teacher permit or higher (Preferred)
• 15 hours of Child Health and Safety Training (Preferred)
• current Child Site Supervisor Permit or Program Director Permit (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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