Teacher, Court Program

Catalyst Community provides unique child care services co-located in multiple court sites across various California Counties. Teachers offer drop-in care for children ages 2.5 or 3 through 16 (depending on the county) on a short-term or on-demand basis. The role focuses on delivering quality care and learning experiences for children of various abilities in mixed-age groups while parents attend to court business.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and quality learning experiences for children of multiple ages in the same setting.
• Create appropriate learning environments inclusive of children with special needs.
• Learn and implement adaptive methods and strategies for working with all children.
• Work in a culturally and linguistically sensitive manner with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Plan and prepare materials/curriculum to ensure quality early learning experiences.
• Maintain files on families and record attendance as necessary.
• Develop relationships with point of contact at individual court sites.
• Provide input for program planning and development.
• Refer families to local resources as needed.
• Establish relationships with parents and children utilizing the child care services at the courthouse.
• Maintain active communication with Catalyst Community staff at the corporate office.
• Demonstrate openness to feedback and respond appropriately to internal and external customers.
• Solicit feedback from parents/guardians and adjust program goals as needed.
• Communicate agreements collaboratively, defining roles, goals, and timelines.
• Model reflective practice strategies while interacting with others.
• Participate in planning all program components with direction from management.
• Address planning and organizing issues directly with the Program Coordinator/Manager.
• Participate in obtaining needed materials for the program.
• Maintain timely records of usage data for monthly court reports.
• Communicate theories into practice while supporting the learning process of others.
• Involve others in problem-solving by gathering accurate information and analyzing solutions.
• Recognize emotion but rely on facts and information when determining solutions.
• Maintain a calm demeanor while problem-solving with internal and external partners.
• Answer telephones, read emails, and assist staff with inquiries and requests.
• Coordinate and maintain appropriate records while ensuring confidentiality.
• Communicate with the public, organize and prioritize work, and complete tasks accurately.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-2 years’ experience working with children.
• Experience working with internal and external customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eligible for Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.
• 3-5 years’ experience working in child care settings.
• Experience working with non-English speakers and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Spanish.

Skills

• Ability to observe, plan, and articulate children’s developmental play.
• Knowledge of developmental stages and ability to work effectively with mixed-age groups.
• Ability to work collaboratively and responsively within a team setting.
• Physically and mentally capable of interacting with children from 6 weeks to 13 years, meeting all their needs, and ensuring their safety.
• Effective communication in English (speaking and writing).
• Customer service orientation.
• Attention to detail.
• Sensitivity and empathy toward others.
• Reading, writing, language, arithmetic, and social skills required for assigned duties.
• Discretion, good judgment, initiative, confidentiality, and ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in a formal office setting with no access to yard space.
• Comfortable completing a security screening when entering the work site.
• More than 50% of daily assignments involve prolonged physical effort.
• Less than 50% of daily assignments involve exposure to unpleasant working conditions or potential accidents/occupational risks.
• Travel: Up to 25%, locally between program locations and/or to the regional office as needed.

Schedule

Full-time, onsite. Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• 401(k) Retirement plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Personal Health Advocate.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Commuter pre-tax benefit.
• Discounted childcare.
• Access to the Calm app.
• Tickets at Work employee discounts.
• Ongoing training and professional growth advisory.