Teacher

Child Care Resource Center, Inc.; Lancaster, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision

403(b) Retirement

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Child Care Resource Center, Inc. is hiring a full-time Preschool Teacher in Lancaster, CA.

The role involves delivering high-quality early care and education in our Head Start/Community programs, managing a classroom, and handling administrative duties to support families. Required: Bachelor’s in Early Education or related field with ECE units, 2+ years’ preschool experience, and a valid First Aid/CPR certificate or pending permit with timely submission to CTC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Education or related field with 24 ECE units and 3 units in Infant/Toddler Development.
• 2 years’ preschool experience with families preferred.
• CTC permit or active permit application with timeline within 3 months of hire.
• First Aid and CPR certification required or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality preschool services to children in the Early Care and Learning Program.
• Manage classrooms and perform essential administrative functions as assigned.

Skills

Zoom

Outlook

Microsoft Suite

First Aid CPR

CTC Permit

Preschool experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Education

24 semester units in Early Childhood Education

3 semester units Infant/Toddler Development

Associate’s Degree waiver option

Tools

Live Scan Clearance

Job description

## TeacherApplylocations: Lancaster, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR103095Expected Hourly Pay Rate:$24.50**Work where your work matters. Work at CCRC.**CCRC prides itself as a workplace of choice for passionate talent, driven by our mission to cultivate child, family and community well-being. Whether the position works directly with the public or supports our programs, every position is vital to our mission's success and reputation as a leader. We are not your typical non-profit. We are 900+ people strong and growing!**Anticipated hiring pay rate: $28.28 per hour****Essential Duties and Responsibilities**Within the team structure, the Teacher provides quality preschool services for children enrolled in the Early Care and Learning Program which include the following responsibilities:**Classroom Management (80%)****Administrative Functions (20%)**For a full list of position requirements, please review theTeacher Job Flyer.**Job Specifications****Minimum Required:*** **Education**: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Education, Families Studies, or related field including a minimum of 24 semester units in Early Childhood Education, and must have 3 semester units in Infant/Toddler Development.* **Internal CCRC applicants** may alternatively meet this requirement by holding an Associate’s Degree, a minimum of 24 semester units in Early Childhood Education, participating in the waiver program, and must have 3 semester units in Infant/Toddler Development.* **Experience**: 2 years’ experience working with families and children in a preschool setting required. Related work experience in Early Childhood Education.* **Internal CCRC applicants** must have a minimum of 1,000 hours in ECL classroom working with families and children in a preschool or childcare setting within the last two years.* **Professional/Technical Certifications**:* Must hold a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate upon hire or within 30 days of hire. + Must have a current Teacher Permit or above based on the California Teacher Credential (CTC) Matrix. - Individuals who do not yet hold a current permit and are pending receipt of the permit may be considered for hire if they provide documentation confirming the permit application has been officially submitted and is pending review through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). Documentation must show a submitted application status; payment receipts or preliminary steps alone (e.g., Certificate of Clearance or fingerprint submission) do not meet this requirement. Those pending receipt of the permit must receive it within 3 months, 90 days, of hire.* **Technical Requirements:** + Intermediate technology skills specifically using Zoom, Outlook, and Microsoft Suite, as well as the ability to learn additional platforms related to the program.* Knowledge of age-appropriate professional practices, effective teaching strategies, Community Care Licensing and DCFS regulations.* **Travel:** Some travel/business related driving required; Staff may choose any mode of transportation (driving, walking, bicycling, carpooling, etc.) to arrive to and depart from the location where attendance is required. Should a staff member choose to drive, the staff member must become an approved driver with CCRC prior to driving on behalf of CCRC. Approved drivers driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver’s License and receiving DMV clearance.* **Work Schedule**:* Teachers work full time 40 hours. Overtime may be expected.* Schedule hours may vary according to the needs of the center and families in their caseload and may require working a non-traditional work schedule including early mornings, late evenings and weekends.* **Work Environment**: This position works in an Early Care and Learning Center.* The Early Care and Learning Center includes Early Learning classrooms for children ages birth to 5, outside playgrounds and play structures, and may include regular office space and/or storage areas at larger centers. Center assignments may vary depending on business needs.* **Background & Health Clearance Requirements: Head Start/CCP** + **Background & Health Clearance Requirements**: Background requirements determined according to the requirements of the program(s) which the position will be supporting. + Background check required. As a grant-funded Agency supporting Children and Family Services, CCRC conducts background checks commensurate with the role to verify candidate qualifications (criminal history, employment history / experience, education, reference checks) and ensure grant compliance. Specific roles may have additional verification / clearance to the standard background check as part of the recruitment and selection process, including: + **Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting**: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90). + **Health Clearance**: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with “at risk” populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93) + **MVR / DMV clearance** in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required. + **Child Development Permit**: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341) + **CPR / Pediatric CPR certification**: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866) + **Federal Debarment Checks**: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)At CCRC, passion and meaningful work is rewarded! We offer employees:* Competitive compensation package* Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance* Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC* Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting* Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break* Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement* Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs* 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!We have doubled in size over the past 10 years. We provide child development and early education, workforce development opportunities, child care financial assistance, Head Start preschool and Early Head Start services and more for close to 50,000 parents, children, and child care providers each month in Northern Los Angeles County, including Antelope Valley, and the entirety of San Bernardino County, including an office in Victorville, serving a total geographic area of 22,500 square miles.Child Care Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at [phone] ext. 6599 or email them at [e-mail].