Child Development Specialist IV

Sdccdjobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in California seeks a Child Development Specialist to assist in directing a child learning program focused on cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a Children’s Center Permit, and one year of experience working with preschool children. This position requires knowledge in early childhood education and a commitment to diversity within the community.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school supplemented by coursework and experience.
• One year of experience working with preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing and implementing a child learning program.
• Participate in planning and parent activities as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of Early Childhood Education

Health and safety requirements

Observation and evaluation of child behavior

Oral and written communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Children’s Center Permit

Job description

Overview

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 the following: 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 communications skills.

Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by sufficient course work and experience to obtain 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.

Working Conditions

Varies upon the position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 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).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.