On-Call Preschool Teacher - Woodland

Position Summary

We are seeking reliable, nurturing, career-minded teachers for our Early Learning Centers. Serving children from birth to 5 years old, our infant and preschool programs provide high quality childcare and holistic support for low-income families, and work to ensure that all our kids are prepared for a lifetime of learning with the tools and support they need to thrive.

About the role

This position is On-Call and does not have a set schedule. These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Mission and Policies of the YMCA of the East Bay. Teachers are responsible for providing high-quality care and education that meets the needs of children and families in a setting that is inclusive for children of all abilities.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement written curriculum goals in accordance with the Creative Curriculum, Project-Based Curriculum, The Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, and California Department of Education Foundations and Frameworks.
• Plan and facilitate learning activities that meet curriculum goals for individuals and groups of children, while providing direction, guidance, and visual supervision.
• Supervise and monitor children at all times.
• Interact with children using intentional and responsive verbal and non-verbal strategies.
• Document the progress of each child in the designated online system using observation notes, picture and anecdotal notes, work samples, documentation panels, screenings, and assessments.
• Create and maintain stimulating, organized, and inviting learning environments in the classroom and outdoor play areas that are reflective of the cultural diversity in the classroom and the surrounding community.
• Develop relationships with families that foster effective partnerships and promote each child’s optimum growth and development.
• Have knowledge of and carry out all Health and Safety requirements according to Community Care Licensing, Head Start Performance Standards, and California Department of Education regulations.
• Conduct a daily health check for each child and adhere to treatment/intervention plans and medication administration for children with special health needs.
• Maintain updated and organized files on all children and ensure that all required paperwork including observations, screenings, and assessments is completed within set deadlines.
• Create effective and professional relationships with families and children, maintaining appropriate boundaries and confidentiality and initiate ongoing communication with family members through conversations, daily notes, home visits, and parent/teacher conferences.
• Attend and participate in Center Staff Meetings. Contribute to Parent Center Meetings or special events, and perform other duties as assigned.

Measure of Effectiveness

This Position Has a Primary Impact On The Operations Of The ECI Program. Therefore, The Effectiveness Of The Fulfillment Of This Position Should Be Measured By The knowledge and implementation of relevant/required program procedures. The sound administration of systems and records that are up-to-date and accurate. A healthy and safe workplace and school environment. Positive outcomes for children and families that are aligned with program goals.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
• The employee is often required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is required to work outdoors daily.
• Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Child Development permit at the Associate Teacher level or above.
• Successful completion of 12 or more semester units in Early Childhood Education, for Early Head Start, completion of 6 units of infant/toddler development with grade C or above.
• Experience as a classroom teacher in Early Childhood Programs, prefer experience in state subsidized or Early/Head Start setting.
• Experience working with children and families of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Pre-employment physical examination and TB clearance.
• Current certificates for Pediatric First Aid and CPR, including a total of 15 hours of preventative health and safety training or completion of this training within 90 days of hire.
• LiveScan fingerprint and criminal record clearance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in high stress situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and other computer programs.