Permit Teacher, Head Start - Early Education Programs/Early Education Services (27-10363) *Murrieta*

Rcoe; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) seeks a Permit Teacher, Head Start, to support preschool students by implementing curriculum, documenting progress, and maintaining a safe learning environment in Murrieta Head Start. Bachelor's degree is required; a degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred.

Possession of a California Children’s Center/Child Development Permit is required, with valid driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university is required.
• A Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field is preferred.

Skills

Head Start experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) is a service agency supporting the county’s 23 school districts that serve nearly 430,000 students. RCOE provides administrative support to districts, leads programs for preschool, special education, pregnant minor, corrections, migrant, and vocational students, and offers professional training, support and resources for teachers, administrators, and staff throughout Riverside County.

Job Summary

The purpose of Permit Teacher, Head Start, is for the purpose/s of facilitating preschool student success in developmental and interpersonal skills by implementing curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of preschool students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.*This position is categorically funded.*

Requirements / Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:Experience relevant to the above duties will be considered when making the selection decision.EDUCATION:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university is required. A Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field is preferred.

CERTIFICATES/CREDENTIALS/LICENSES:

• Possession of a valid California Children’s Center/Child Development Permit authorizing instruction in a Child Development Center Program (Refer to Commission on Teacher Credentialing pamphlet for Child Development Teacher Permit)
• Valid California Driver’s License may be required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:A complete application must meet the criteria listed below and must have the following documentation attached to your online EdJoin application prior to the position closing date/time:Incomplete or inaccurate applications WILL NOT be considered. All incomplete applications will be removed from further consideration. Application must be filled out completely (no blank spaces).

• Credential Copy (Possession of a valid California Children’s Center/Child Development Permit authorizing instruction in a Child Development Center Program)
• Letter of Introduction (Letter must be specific to the position for which you are applying)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two (2) Letters of Recommendation are required and must be signed by the author. The signature block must include the author’s name and title/relationship to the applicant. Letters must be dated within the last 2 years prior to the position closing date. Letters without author’s signature, name and title/relationship to the applicant and letters without a date or dated more than 2 years prior to the position closing date will not be accepted. One letter from a supervisor is preferred.)
• Resume (Employment information on Resume must be current and consistent with the employment information on the EdJoin application/Record of Work Experience)

Comments and Other Information

***********************************************************************RECRUITMENT PROCESS***********************************************************************PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING:Once this position closes, your application will be screened for minimum qualifications. Incomplete or inaccurate applications WILL NOT be considered.* If you have not attached all required materials to your application, please go to EdJoin.org to update your applicant profile attachment library and then attach documents relevant to this position to your application before the recruitmentclosing date/timeto be considered.*As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5, jobseekers applying for Certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school they have previously been employed by, no matter the length of service. This includes any part-time and/or substitution work, in addition to any full-time employment positions. Jobseekers applying for this position must complete the Mandatory Employment Disclosure Employment History section of the EdJoin application. You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonesty in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.If you experience difficulties with your application or attaching documents, you must notify Personnel Services at [phone] prior to the position recruitment closing date/time. All incomplete applications will be removed from further consideration. Application must be filled out completely (no blank spaces).Please include a valid e-mail address in your EdJoin profile. All notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent via e-mail. It is recommended that you add “edjoin.org” as a trusted sender to your e-mail account.These documents are required upon hire: Valid CA Driver's License (if required), physical (if required), proof of immunizations and/or exemptions as required by state regulations (including but not limited to measles, pertussis, and influenza) (if required), proof of required education, TB clearance, Fingerprint clearance, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required as per Public Health Order.Fringe Benefits: All regular positions (20 hours or more per week) are eligible for health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance up to the cap amount. Dependents are covered under health, dental and vision.The Riverside County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, medical information, military or veteran status, nationality, immigration status, political affiliation, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment.For questions or complaints, please contact:Title IX Coordinator:Hector Alegria, Ed.D., Executive Director, Personnel Services, P. O. Box 868, Riverside, CA 92502-0868; [e-mail]; [phone]; and Section 504 Coordinator: Randy Covacevich, Administrator, Alternative Education/Special Education, P. O. Box 868, Riverside, CA 92502-0868; [e-mail]; [phone]This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Personnel office. This organization is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace. Candidates shall be required to submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal U.S. residence if hired. Minimum age limit is (a) 18 or (b) 16 with either a work permit, high school diploma, or High School Certificate of Proficiency.

Length of Work Year

185 days / 11 months

Employment Type

Full Time

Recruitment Number

27-10363

Location

Murrieta Head Start (Murrieta, CA)

Department

Early Education Programs (Head Start)

Division

Early Education Services

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Hours Subject to Change)

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