Infant & Toddler Classroom Leader

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc.; San Luis Obispo (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc. seeks a Teacher to deliver high-quality early childhood education in their classroom, supervise Instructional Assistants and Associate Teachers, and support families.

The role implements the educational program, tracks development, coordinates home visits and conferences, ensures safety and documentation, and participates in trainings and meetings.

Qualifications

• AA/AS in Early Childhood Education/Child Development.
• 24 ECE/CD units.
• 6 months of related teaching experience.
• RCCP or CDT permit or higher.

Responsibilities

• Support Center Supervisor in ensuring quality experiences for children and families, adhering to laws, regulations, and policies.
• Coordinate and conduct home visits and parent conferences, scheduling at convenient times for families (may include evenings and weekends).
• Plan and implement the center's education plan, individualizing for each child and tracking development with parental input.
• Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of program requirements (Child/Family Files, Lesson Plans, Curriculum planning, Assessments, Transition Plans, Meal counts, Tracking sheets).
• Ensure the center environment is developmentally appropriate, safe, and offers diverse experiences.
• Supervise children visually at all times.
• Participate in physical activities with children, involving various movements (lifting, bending, etc.).
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and required trainings.
• Inform Center Supervisor of any issues related to children/families or program operations.
• Ensure quality educational experiences for all children, including those with disabilities.
• Aid children in developing self-help skills (toileting, feeding, dressing, etc.).
• Implement IEPs and IFSPs as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Follow program policies and procedures for daily operations.
• Participate in housekeeping duties, ensuring proper sanitation as designated by the Health Coordinator.
• Maintain confidentiality of family records and information.
• Provide appropriate guidance to children, ensuring their personal rights are maintained.
• Act as a Mandated Reporter of Child Abuse and Neglect, following reporting procedures.
• Use reasonable precautions and adhere to safety rules to ensure maximum safety for self, employees, and children.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

AA/AS in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

12 units ECE/Child Development

BA/BS in related field

3 units Supervised Field Experience

RCCP or Child Development Teacher Permit or higher

Job description

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc. seeks a Teacher to deliver high-quality early childhood education in their classroom, supervise Instructional Assistants and Associate Teachers, and support families.

The role implements the educational program, tracks development, coordinates home visits and conferences, ensures safety and documentation, and participates in trainings and meetings.