Teacher I (Early Head Start Home Base) - Preschool Services*

San Bernardino County; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the community as an Early Head Start Home Base Teacher. This role involves providing educational instruction to young children and engaging with families to support their development. You'll conduct home visits, facilitate parent education, and participate in meetings to enhance children's learning experiences. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact the lives of families in your community while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to contribute to a meaningful cause, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Mileage Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid CA Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher.
• 3 semester units in Infant/Toddler development required.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational instruction to children aged 0 to 3 years.
• Conduct assessments and document children's progress.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Education

CA Child Development Associate Teacher Permit

Infant/Toddler Coursework

Job description

WANT TO BE PART OF A TEAM THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY? APPLY TODAY TO GET STARTED! IMMEDIATE VACANCIES AVAILABLE!

According to criteria established in thePreschool Services Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)(see pages 47-48).

Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for Early Head Start Home Base Teachers who provide teaching instruction to children aged 0 to 3 years old, family engagement, set goals with parents, and parent education opportunities within the family's home and at a Head Start site. Teachers develop and provide individual education, nutritional and health/safety activities during home visits and socializations; conduct developmental and social emotional assessments; and attend staff and parent committee meetings; observe, report and document on the progress of children; document disabilities; report suspected child abuse; communicate with staff, parents, and children.

These are contract positions to work approximately 12 months per year.
An eligible list will be established to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the County.

*Official Title:PSD Teacher I – Contract

For more detailed information, refer to the PSD Teacher I-Contract job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE!

For more details about PSD benefits, refer to the following resources:

• PSD 12-Month Contract
• Preschool Services Department Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1) Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 lbs.) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Other physical demands include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside and vision and hearing.
2) Must pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).
3) Must complete the AB 1207 - Child Care Providers: Mandated Reporter Training prior to placement at a school site.
4) Must obtain a valid San Bernardino County Food Handler's card and qualifying First Aid/CPR cards within two (2) weeks of hire and maintain throughout employment.
5) A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued.(Health & Safety Code section 1596.871)

CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

PERMIT
Must possess a valid/active CA Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (or higher-level permit) issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).

COURSEWORK
Must possess3 semester (4.5 quarter) completed Infant/Toddler units from an institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached):

A copy of the required valid/active CA Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (or higher-level permit) ANDtranscripts with 3 semester (4.5 quarter) completed Infant/Toddler units must be attached to your application. Or submit Attn: Teacher I (Early Head Start Home Base) to:

Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

PERMIT
For information on how to obtain a Child Development Permit, click here. (Inquire within for further questions on Permit requirements.)

Examination Procedure:
There will be a determination of minimum qualifications based upon a review of the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible,as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure:

(NOTE: There is a six (6) month waiting period to re-apply for the same job classification (title and level)).

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

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EEO/ADA:San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit theSpecial Testing Accommodations Request Formwithin one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference:Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

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Guide to Completing a County Job Application

Applicant Information and the County Employment Process

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