Early Childhood Teacher I (Preschool)

University of California; California; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Child Development Associate to join their vibrant educational team. This role involves supervising and nurturing children aged 11 months to 10 years, ensuring their safety and well-being while implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate curricula. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Full Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.
• Experience with infant and toddler developmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure safety of children in attendance.
• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Skills

Child Development

Curriculum Development

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Computer Skills

Education

Child Development Associate Teacher Permit

Early Childhood Education Units

Tools

Word Processing Software

Job description

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The IRD for this job is: 04-17-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Colleges, Housing, and Educational Services (CHES) is a multi-funded organization within the Division of Student Affairs and Success (DSAS) at the University of California (UC) Santa Cruz. CHES provides leadership in the areas of college student life and residential services, housing services, facilities, capital planning, dining services, conference services, early education services and business and financial analysis for these areas. Through these units,
educational and developmental programs and services are offered to all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, children and external constituents.

CHES provides on-campus housing and dining services to nearly 9,500 undergraduate and graduate students in ten residential colleges and six multi-college affiliated residential communities which support single students and students with families. CHES offers Early Education Services for student parents.

The Early Education Services (EES) unit of CHES provides early care, early education and after-school care for UC student families whose children are between ages 11 months in our infant program through 2nd grade in our after-school program . EES administers California Department of Education and California Department of Social Service Title 5 contract that provides subsidies for families to reduce childcare tuition and higher quality care for all children.

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor of Early Education Services, the incumbent is responsible for general supervision and planning of developmentally appropriate program curriculum for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school aged children; ages 11 months to 10 years. In addition, incumbent may give direction and mentor Student Assistant Teachers. Possess sufficient word-processing and computer skills to prepare developmental assessments, notices, newsletter articles and curriculum materials. Must have a valid Child Development Associate Teacher Permit, current negative TB test, and clear a pre-employment background check.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $28.00/hourly
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Job End Date: None

Union Representation: Clerical Employees (CX)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

70% - Child Development and Education\

• Assume responsibility for the general supervision and safety of all children in attendance, including compliance with Department of Social Services licensing requirements and Titles 5 and 22 regulations. Design and maintain a developmentally appropriate enriching environment conducive to children's safe, independent exploration. Maintain a clean environment inside the facility and outside yard.
• Serves as primary caregiver for a group of children. Helps plan the care and assists in implementing developmental curriculum consistent with California Department of Education infant, toddler and preschool frameworks. Designs daily developmentally appropriate curriculum in conjunction with findings obtained from children's Desired Results Assessments. Establish and maintain a safe, clean, functional and organized atmosphere in the Center. Helps organize and safely supervise children's fieldtrips on and off campus. Through daily interactions, promotes the development of children's self-control, self-esteem, self-help skills, and positive relationships with others.
• Makes regular observations of individual children to assess challenges, strengths and goals. Documents and analyze information from developmental assessment to plan appropriate curriculum for children and maintain ongoing communication with families. Complete Desired Results Assessments, twice a year within a specified time, for a designated group of children. Responsible for correctly filling out forms and writing reports concerning children's behavior and health.
• Participate in overall program evaluation, planning of program's goals and effectiveness.
• Give input to the Site Supervisor regarding long term program planning.

15% - Collaborative Relationships with Families

• Establish and maintain regular respectful verbal and written communication with parents to inform families of their child's day and center activities. Work in collaboration with families to facilitate children's transitions between home and center. Assist in maintaining a culturally sensitive, respectful atmosphere for families. Encourage family involvement in program. Attend quarterly family meetings.

15% - Teamwork and Professional Growth

• Attend regularly scheduled, evening staff meetings and program wide staff meetings. Actively participate and contribute as a team member with all other staff. Establish and maintain effective communication through cooperative problem solving and active listening skills with other staff.
• Participation at in-service trainings, workshops, conferences, and other professional growth activities (some evening or weekend hours) to improve skills, update knowledge of current professional practices and ongoing accumulation of training hours and/or units to renew Child Care Permit following the Child Development Permit Matrix.
• Participate in hiring, supervising and evaluating student teaching assistants. Occasionally conduct evening, student assistant training seminars in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Assist Team Leader in planning and conducting quarterly parent meetings and social events.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed a minimum of (3) semester units or equivalent quarter units related to the care of infants and meeting Title 22 licensing requirements before the infant program opens.
• Experience with and knowledge of infant and toddler developmental needs in social, emotional, cognitive, and physical areas.
• Experience with a knowledge of current quality practices in the field of early childhood education.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement a developmentally appropriate program for children; e.g., curriculum, assessment, environment.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of children and adults.
• Ability to work with groups of children ages 11 months to 10 years of age.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience giving direction to adults in a childcare center or comparable program.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Sufficient word processing and computer skills to prepare developmental assessments, memos, flyers, newsletter articles, curriculum materials, documentation and portfolios.
• Ability to keep children physically safe in a nurturing environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Work experience in a licensed infant/preschool/school age setting, with children 11 months – 10 years of age.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Selected candidate will be required to provide proof of negative TB test.
• Must provide proof of a current negative TB test and completed Health Screening Report within 7 days of hire.
• Must possess a current California Commission on Teaching Credential Child Development Associate Teacher Permit, or higher, or eligible to obtain a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher within 30 days.
• Ability to obtain a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certificate. The ability to move materials weighing up to 25lbs. with or without accommodation.
• Will be required to comply with current Early Education Services employee health safety requirements for childcare providers as defined by state regulatory agencies. Current health safety requirements to be discussed during interview.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here .

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1.

EEO/AA

The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.