Early Learning Specialist: CDA Levels I–III

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; Full time

Job description

CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (Level I, II, III)

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Job Title CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (Level I, II, III)

Department

Department Center for Early Learning

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Full-Time-Staff

Open Date

Open Date 05/14/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to meet the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of a group of young children. This is accomplished by writing and implementing daily activity plans, helping children with physical skills, self-esteem, social, cognitive, and communication skills and assessing the children for developmental milestones. Includes supervising assistants as well as other duties such as participating in staff development activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification (documentation of current certification is required within two weeks of employment).
• Current Food Handler’s Certification (documentation of current certification is required within two weeks of employment).

Level I – Grade 915

• Active Child Development Associate ( CDA ) Credential (submission of CDA is required) OR twenty-four (24) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• Three (3) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months – 5 years.

Level II – Grade 916

• Active Child Development Associate ( CDA ) Credential (submission of CDA is required) OR thirty-six (36) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• Six (6) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months – 5 years.

Level III – Grade 917

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development with a minimum of thirty-six (36) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development OR nine (9) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months – 5 years.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge related to child care licensing and National Association for the Education of Young Children ( NAEYC ) Accreditation as well as developmentally appropriate practices in Early Education.

Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization, including data entry, receptionist duties, customer service, word processing and general clerical duties

Ability to incorporate the knowledge in classroom arrangement, management, assessment and curriculum. Work with parents, communicate well verbally and in writing. Ability to work as a member of a team. Lift and comfort a child of approximately 50 pounds and get up/down from the floor with ease. Ability to supervise children indoors and outdoors year round.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Maintain a safe, healthy, and attractive learning environment both inside and outside, and share information and involve parents in the education and care of their children.

Job Duty

Write and implement daily activity plans to develop safe and healthy habits, physical skills, self-esteem, creative expression, social skills, cognitive skills, and communication skills of the children assigned to his or her group.

Job Duty

Observe and assess children for developmental milestones, complete center forms, which include developmental portfolios, daily meal count, attendance records, health checks and safety checklists. Maintain confidentiality of children and family information.

Job Duty

Supervise the CDEC Assistant and coordinate work-study and laboratory students assigned to their classes.

Job Duty

Stop unsafe activities, and report suspected child abuse and neglect as required by law.

Job Duty

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with parents and involve parents in the activities of their children.

Supplemental Questions

• Do you have an Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (submission of CDA is required) OR twenty-four (24) college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do do have three (3) years of experience working in a licensed child care center or related field working with children ages 18 months – 5 years?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume

Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

Transcripts

List of Professional References

Certification(s)

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.