Associate Teacher, Head Start

University of Southern California; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California in Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Teacher, Head Start to assist in planning, supervising, and implementing the classroom education program according to Head Start policies and state/federal regulations. The role supports teachers in delivering daily personal care, educational, and recreational activities to infants or toddlers under age 3.

The position may be assigned to a specific location or classroom and requires collaboration with the teaching team to

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field is required or combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
• 1 year of work experience is required.
• Twelve or more units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) are required.
• Six months of field study or directly-related job experience is required.
• California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or California Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or permit eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide relationship-based care in daily routines such as mealtime, toileting, hand washing, and napping for preschool age children.
• Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Assist and collaborate with teaching team on developing and implementing daily lesson plans.
• Assist teaching team on conducting assessments, developing individual development plans, and recording ongoing observations of children in assigned groups.
• Help prepare and conduct parent-teacher conferences for each child in the assigned group according to schedule of requirements.
• Assist teaching team in scheduling and conducting home visits for enrolled children in the classroom setting.
• Utilize classroom materials and routines to promote an environment conducive to development, interests, and needs of the children.
• Maintain effective and professional relationships with enrolled families.
• Assist and help maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with Head Start standards and regulations.
• Attend regular staff meetings and perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field

Twelve or more units in Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Six months of field study or directly-related job experience

California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or California Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or permit eligible

Job description

Job Title: Associate Teacher, Head Start

Job Title: Associate Teacher, Head Start

Reports to: Regional Education Manager

Division/Department: University Relations/School for Early Childhood Education

Job Location: Los Angeles

Direct Reports: None

Job Overview

The Associate Teacher, HeadStart assists in planning, supervising, and implementing the education program within the classroom in accordance with the policies, procedures, and philosophy of HeadStart Federal and State regulations.

In addition, the Associate Teacher, HeadStart works closely with Teachers on delivering daily personal care, educational and recreational activities to infant or toddler children under the age of 3. Position may or may not be assigned to a specific location or classroom.

Responsibilities and Duties

Provide relationship-based care in daily routines such as mealtime, toileting, hand washing, and napping for preschool age children.

Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Assist and collaborate with teaching team on developing and implementing daily lesson plans.

Assist teaching team on conducting assessments, developing individual development plans, and recording ongoing observations of children in assigned groups.

Help prepare and conduct parent-teacher conferences for each child in the assigned group according to schedule of requirements.

Assist teaching team in scheduling and conducting home visits for enrolled children in the classroom setting.

Utilize classroom materials and routines to promote an environment conductive to appropriate levels of development, interests, and specific needs of the children.

Maintain effective and professional relationships with enrolled families.

Assist and help maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with HeadStart Program Performance Standards, Title5, and Title22 Regulations.

Attend regular staff meetings as scheduled by Teachers, Education Center Supervisors and Administration.

Perform additional duties as assigned by Head Teacher, Site Supervisor, and Administration.

Encourages a workplace culture where all employees are valued, value others and have the opportunity to contribute through their ideas, words and actions, in accordance with the USC Code of Ethics.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field; combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.

1 year of work experience.

Twelve or more units in Early Childhood Education (ECE).

Six months of field study or directly-related job experience.

California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or California Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or permit eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years of experience in the classroom.

Ability to assist in creating and implementing daily lesson plans.

Ability to work well harmoniously in a multi-cultural team.

Ability to promote a feeling of security and trust in infants and toddlers, and preschool age children by being warm, supportive, and comforting.

A caring, compassionate approach to working with children and families as well as maintaining an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child’s family.

Assist in spreading awareness of safe lifting techniques for lifting children, supplies and furnishings and commitment to using preventive health measures in the classroom to prevent the spread of disease, and maintain care and supervision is the main priority.

Physical Requirements

Must be able climb stairs, reach, bend, lift 20-30 pounds, crawl, kneel, stoop, twist, grasp with hands and fingers materials, use arms and legs, able to walk, climb ladders if applicable.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Physical exam TB test LiveScan/fingerprint clearance MMR and Tdap vaccinations CPR Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training

Hourly Rate

The hourly rate range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00.

Minimum Education

Associate's degree

Additional Education Requirements

Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience

1 year

Minimum Skills

Twelve or more units of Early Childhood Education.

Six months of field study or directly related job experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

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Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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About USC

USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown LosAngeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills.

As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family – the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work.