Child Care Teacher

University of Southern California; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Child Care Teacher to join their dynamic team in providing high-quality early childhood education. This role involves creating and implementing engaging curriculum plans, fostering a supportive learning environment, and building strong relationships with families. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and a commitment to nurturing the growth and development of young children. If you're enthusiastic and dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to create and implement daily curriculum plans.
• Strong commitment to promoting a secure environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Provide relationship-based care for preschool-age children.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Curriculum Planning

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Child Development

Teacher Permit

AA Degree in Child Development

Job description

Child Care Teacher
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University Relations
Los Angeles, California

Job Title:

Child Care Teacher (EHS)

Reports to:

Site Supervisor

Division/Department:

University Relations/School for Early Childhood Education

Job Location:

Los Angeles

Direct Reports:

None

USC's School for Early Childhood Education is dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality early childhood education services to children and their families in the South Los Angeles area. Founded in 1970 as a teaching school for future early-childhood professionals, the USC School for Early Childhood Education (USC SECE) seeks to promote school readiness, health/nutrition, mental wellness, and family engagement. Today, our licensed Head Start and Early Head Start centers serve more than 500 infants and pre-school children and their parents each year. We are seeking enthusiastic, creative, dynamic, and team-oriented individuals who enjoy working with children while fostering a supportive learning environment.

Job Overview:

The Child Care Teacherfor Early Head Start (EHS) is responsible for initiating, planning, and implementing education program within the classroom in accordance with the policies procedures and philosophy of Head Start Federal and State regulations.

Responsibilities and Duties:

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

• Diaper-changing duties arerequired in EHS.

• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

• Collaborate with the team on developing and implementing daily lesson plans.

• Conduct assessments, develop individual development plans, and record ongoing observations of children in assigned groups.

• Prepare and conduct parent-teacher conferences and home visits for each child in the assigned classroom environment/setting according to the schedule of requirements.

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

• Maintain effective and professional relationships with enrolled families.

• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment following Head Start Program Performance Standards, Title 5, and Title 22 Regulations.

• Attend regular staff meetings as scheduled by the Site Supervisor and Administration.

• 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.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Site Supervisor, Associate Director, Assistant Director, and Administration.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Ability to create and implement daily curriculum 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.

• 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.

• In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC's Unifying Values.

Educational Requirements

• Teacher Permit or permit eligible (24 ECE units, including 9 units Core Courses (Child Growth and Development, Child, Family and Community, and Curriculum)

• AA Degree in Child Development or related field preferred, or higher

• BA preferred with six units in Infant/Toddler Care for Early Head Start Classroom (required for EHS)

• Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Certification or obtain within the first year.

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

• Background/fingerprint clearance

• MMR and Tdap vaccinations

• CPR

• Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training

• Must provide proof of vaccination for Covid-19 or complete a declination/exemption form

The hourly rate range for this position is $21.53 - $25.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Licenses: Additional Education Requirements
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 5 years
Minimum Skills: Early childhood education and experience. Meets Child Development Permit Matrix qualifications and requirements for position.

REQ20159640 Posted Date: 03/31/2025
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