Teacher

Loyola Marymount University; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

LMU’s Children’s Center seeks a dedicated caregiver to support health, safety, and development of young children. The role involves implementing an age-appropriate program addressing physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs within LMU’s mission.

Responsibilities include supervising children, assisting in curriculum development, coordinating with staff, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. Minimum education requirements and a commitment to LMU’s inclusive excellence are essential.

Qualifications

• Exemplary communication skills (written and oral) and ability to balance needs of children, parents, teachers and LMU community.
• Some knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and NAEYC Accreditation helpful.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children indoors and outdoors to ensure safety and well-being.
• Develop and implement an anti-bias, emergent curriculum.
• Manage routine paperwork and monthly status reports.
• Provide snack/nutrition in accordance with school policy.
• Collaborate with lead/associate teachers and other staff; attend staff meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership potential

Computer competency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

12 units in Early Childhood Education (including 3 Infant/Toddler)

Tools

Photoshop

Zoombrowser

Job description

Provide for the health, safety and well being of the young children enrolled in the Children’s Center. Assist in the planning and implementation of a well balanced program of age appropriate experiences and activities designed to meet the physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs of the children in his/her classroom. This person must be able to work well with others and be willing to fulfill their responsibilities in accordance with the Center’s mission, goals and philosophy.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Be familiar with and act in accordance with the school's philosophy and policies as stated in the Parent and Employee Handbooks, and the following description of Performance Criteria.
• Assist and take initiative in the following
• The supervision of children indoor and outdoors to ensure their safety and well being, moving with children as they change location (maintenance of a clean and safe environment, staff lounge as well as classroom and schoolyards).
• The development and implementation of an anti-bias, emergent type curriculum which provides a safe, secure, and stimulating learning environment that meets the entirety of children's individual needs, including areas of social, emotional, cognitive, physical development, and creative expression.
• Meet the maintenance needs of the individual child (i.e. feeding, diaper-changing, hand washing, nose blowing).
• Plan and provide snack/nutrition in accordance with the school's policy.
• Notify the lead teacher or associate teacher of needed supplies.
• Communicate effectively and cooperate with other staff members.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and other center functions or activities.
• Become familiar with routine room paperwork (i.e. medical sheets, sign in sheets, activity sheets) and assist in completing monthly status reports in a timely manner.
• Set regular job related goals and objectives, in cooperation and coordination with supervisors, to further personal and professional growth.
• Follow through on self initiated and assigned tasks.
• Be responsive to lead teachers (and teachers acting in their stead), taking and following through on requests and directions in a cooperative manner.
• Pass on information from parents to the lead teacher (e.g. medication, absences, general information), and referring parents to lead teacher as appropriate.
• Provide supportive assistance to new substitutes and volunteers, as well as other new staff.
• Be flexible to meet program needs, including assisting teachers and children in other groups as needed.
• Able to respond quickly when a situation warrants immediate action.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience / Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 units completed in Early Childhood Education or the equivalent (as stipulated by Department of Social Services State Licensing), including 3 units in Infant/Toddler if working with children under the age of 2.
• Minimum 1-2 years work experience in a licensed Child Care Center or comparable group Child Care Program.
• Infant/Toddler experience preferred.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of: early childhood education, child growth and development, and basic health and safety standards.
• Some knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and NAEYC Accreditation criteria helpful.
• Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral) and a demonstrated ability to understand and balance the needs of all of the center's primary clients: children, parents, teachers and the LMU community.
• Highly developed organizational and leadership skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; nurturing, supportive, compassionate, responsive and conscientious.
• Demonstrated computer competency and preferably knowledgeable of photoshop/zoombrowser systems.

Hiring Salary $26.54 hourly. This position is non-exempt. Salary Range $25.87 - $32.31 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Required Education

Typically a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field.

Physical Demands

Maintaining a physically healthy condition to be able to pick up children weighing up to 45 pounds as needed, and to play actively with them. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop; occasionally run or crawl; speak clearly; see both near and far with depth perception; and hear at a conversation level.

Staff Regular Salary range

Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.) LMU is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and ensuring a comprehensive recruitment and selection process for all applicants. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application, interview, or selection process may contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]. Applicants who use relay services or other assistive communication technologies are welcome to utilize those services when contacting Human Resources. When contacting Human Resources, please include the job posting number, title of the position and department for which you are applying. Applicants are not required to disclose the nature of a disability or provide medical information when requesting an accommodation during the recruitment process. LMU will work with applicants in a timely and interactive process to identify and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable federal and state law. Founded in 1911, Loyola Marymount University is a Carnegie classified R2 institution rooted in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions. We are committed to fostering a diverse academic community rich in opportunity for intellectual engagement and real-world experience. We enroll an academically ambitious, multicultural, and socioeconomically diverse student body. We recruit, retain and support a diverse faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship and creativity. Our three campuses are rooted in the heart of Los Angeles, a global capital for arts and entertainment, innovation and technology, business and entrepreneurship. LMU is a unique and rewarding place to work. As you consider your employment opportunities with our institution, we encourage you to take the time to learn about the university community and how it distinguishes us from other places of employment. We are proud of the programs, benefits and services we provide our community. We strive to ensure an inclusive environment in all aspects of campus life that fosters a strong sense of trust and mutual respect.

EEO Statement Loyola Marymount University is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin (including language and language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age 40 or over, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal (including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), state or local law. The University does not discriminate on these bases, or any other basis protected by law, in the administration of any of its education or admissions policies, scholarship or loan programs, athletics, and other school-administered policies and programs, or in its employment policies and practices.