Teacher - Project

Contra Costa County; California; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County's Community Services Bureau is seeking a dedicated Teacher staff member to support preschool children in Head Start and Child Development Programs. You will lead a classroom of 2.5 to 6-year-olds and guide a team to deliver developmentally appropriate activities.

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you will assess children's needs, plan learning experiences, and build strong partnerships with families through regular conferences, ensuring quality early childhood education and

Qualifications

• License: California Vehicle Operator License required
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with coursework
• Strong passion for early childhood development and family engagement

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise classroom activities that support children’s development
• Assess and monitor children’s needs, growth, and development
• Lead the classroom team in planning and implementing the developmental program
• Build strong partnerships with families through regular communication and parent conferences
• Model positive, appropriate behavior for children and classroom staff
• Support and mentor instructional staff to promote a collaborative team approach to meeting children’s needs
• Communicate concerns and incidents to appropriate administrators and agencies as required
• Follow all standards of conduct as required by Federal, State, and County regulations

Skills

Relationship-building

Clear communication

Develop age-appropriate activities

Career development mindset

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate degree in related field with coursework

Job description

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 1 - Family and Children's Services Unit

The Contra Costa County Community Services Bureau is seeking a dedicated and qualified Teacher staff member to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting the emotional, social, cognitive, creative, physical, and linguistic development of young children enrolled in the Head Start and Child Development Programs. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about early childhood care, education, and fostering meaningful family engagement.

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Teacher will lead a dynamic team in a full-day, full-year classroom setting. You will create and sustain a positive and effective learning environment, guiding and collaborating with fellow instructors to design, organize, and deliver a comprehensive range of developmentally appropriate activities for preschool children ages 2.5 to 6 years.

Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families through quality early childhood education and supportive community involvement.

The Employment and Human Services Department is currently accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy for a Teacher-Project.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

• Loves working with young children and supporting their growth
• Builds strong relationships with children and families
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with families and coworkers
• Likes to plan developmentally age-appropriate activities for children
• Has a strong interest in learning and developing their career

What You Will Typically Be Responsible For

• Plan and supervise classroom activities that support children’s development
• Assess and monitor children’s needs, growth, and development
• Lead the classroom team in planning and implementing the developmental program
• Build strong partnerships with families through regular communication and parent conferences
• Model positive, appropriate behavior for children and classroom staff
• Support and mentor instructional staff to promote a collaborative team approach to meeting children’s needs
• Communicate concerns and incidents to appropriate administrators and agencies as required
• Follow all standards of conduct as required by Federal, State, and County regulations

A Few Reasons You Might Love This Job

• Make a difference every day by helping young children learn, grow, and build confidence
• Join a dynamic community services team that supports families and connects them with valuable community resources
• The work you do here can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families across Contra Costa County
• Bring your creativity to the classroom through hands-on, engaging learning experiences

A Few Challenges You Might Face In This Job

• You will need to remain flexible and adjust your plans as children’s needs, classroom dynamics, and family circumstances change
• You’ll balance multiple responsibilities, from teaching and documentation to family engagement and classroom routines
• Preschool classrooms can be unpredictable, requiring patience, composure, and positive guidance

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Vehicle Operator License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate and possession of 1) an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education; or 2) An Associate degree in related field and coursework