Inside Higher Ed · 6 days ago
Substitute Child Development Center Teacher -MJC
Modesto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$17.95/hr - $22.93/hrInside Higher Ed is seeking a Substitute Child Development Center Teacher for Modesto Junior College. The role involves providing care and instruction for infants and toddlers and/or preschool children, planning and conducting instructional programs, and assisting parents in developing child-rearing skills.
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Responsibilities
Provides a wide range of childcare and/or instruction services for infants, toddlers and/or pre-school children; interacts with children, parents and other family members in an appropriate and positive manner
Provides instruction, motivation and guidance to infant and preschool children in their development of social, behavioral, motor, manipulative and language skills
Plans, prepares and uses a variety of childcare and instructional aids and materials in the conduct of instructional and training processes; develops lesson and instructional plans as directed and based on program guidelines
Identifies and meets the requirements of children with special needs to facilitate their full inclusion into the program
Provides children with a variety of experiences in order to develop their skills; encourages and facilitates their participation in such activities
Monitors and corrects child behavior using a variety of behavior modification, reinforcement and other behavior-shaping strategies
Provides for the physical needs of children; changes diapers and assists with toilet training; washes and cleans children; assists with feeding; prepares nap areas
Helps prepare and serve meals and snacks; helps clean up food preparation and serving areas
Participates in parent teacher conferences; provides information regarding a child’s growth, development and progress; informs parents regarding Child Care Center policy and procedure; helps develop parent participation projects
Helps instruct parents on how to develop their child rearing and parenting skills; uses demonstrations, examples, and a variety of other methods to teach parents about child nutrition, hygiene and childcare
Performs light housekeeping functions to help maintain equipment, bedding, and cooking/eating utensils in a clean and sanitary condition
Observes and monitors children to detect signs of ill health or emotional issues/concerns
Explains policies, regulations and operational procedures to persons contacting the office such as faculty, students, staff and the general public; participates in outreach programs and activities
Maintains records and other documentation; evaluates and charts child growth and developmental progress; prepares written evaluation reports
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of general functions, policies, rules and regulations of a community college child care center
Health, safety, and nutritional requirements of young children
Principles of child development, psychology and early childhood education
Needs and behavior of children of various ethnic, racial and cultural backgrounds
Federal and state regulations pertaining to early childhood education
Public and human relations skills
Understand and independently carry out oral and written instructions
Use good judgment
Perform simple mathematics
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Education: As required to meet the permit/credential requirements identified above. Typically, this would require satisfactory completion of 24 semester (or equivalent quarter) college units in early childhood education/child development, including at least 12 semester (or equivalent quarter) units in school age education; plus at least 16 semester (or equivalent quarter) general education units
Experience: As required to meet the permit/credential requirements identified above. Typically, this would include 350 days (at a minimum of 3 hours/day) caring directly for children during the last four years
Must pass licensing requirements that include a medical clearance and a background investigation, including reference checks and a state criminal history report, prior to the start of employment
Must possess a valid Child Development Permit as a Teacher (or higher level) from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Proof of satisfying current community care Title 22 licensing requirements
Depending upon assignment, a valid license to drive in California may be required
Mobility: ability to sit, walk or stand for extended periods
Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes; must have a full range of motion in the upper extremities
Lifting: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects up to 50 pounds
Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently
Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person
Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including substantial public contact
Benefits
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