Child Development Specialist I

Sdccdjobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sdccdjobs is hiring a Child Development Specialist in San Diego, California. This role involves assisting in directing and implementing educational programs for preschool children, focusing on cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Early Childhood Education principles and experience working with children. Strong communication skills and a commitment to diversity are essential. Successfully passing a tuberculosis exam and background check is required for employment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school and coursework for Children's Center Permit.
• One year of experience working with preschool children.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing and implementing daily child learning programs.
• Participate in planning and parent activities.
• Supervision and training of preschool children.

Skills

Knowledge of Early Childhood Education

Health and safety requirements for preschool children

Observation and evaluation of child behavior

Oral and written communication skills

Education

High school graduation with coursework for Children’s Center Permit

Job description

The Position

Under the direction of the instructors assigned to a Child Development Center, the Child Development Specialist assists in directing and implementing a daily child learning program involving cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development in the Child Development Program; participates in planning and parent activities as assigned.

Major Responsibilities

Knowledge of current concepts used in Early Childhood Education, health, safety, and nutrition requirements of pre-school children, various stages of child growth and development, planning for a Child Development program, methods of observing, evaluating and recording child behavior, principles and practices of supervision and training, oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by sufficient coursework and experience to obtain a Children’s Center Permit and one year of experience working with preschool children in a Child Development Program environment.

Desired Qualifications

Licenses, certificates, credentials: varies upon the position.

Commitment to Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Conditions of Employment

Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (the certificate must be renewed every four years as a condition of continuing employment); have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district’s expense (clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); and present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Posting Number

NC00297