Toddler Teacher

El Concilio; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

El Concilio is seeking a dedicated Toddler Teacher to lead a Head Start classroom in Stockton, CA. You will design daily curriculum, support children's self-image, ensure safety, and collaborate with families and staff to promote developmental progress and compliance with Head Start standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s or associate degree in early childhood education, appropriate permits, and bilingual proficiency. Evening and weekend trainings may be required to maintain program quality.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with an Associate Teacher Permit or higher is highly preferred.
• An Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with an Associate Teacher Permit or higher is highly preferred.
• A High school Diploma with an Associates Teacher Permit or higher is required.
• A minimum of 3 Infant & Toddler units is required.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement daily classroom program with staff and parents.
• Create a positive classroom environment and promote children's self-image.
• Comply with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing regulations.
• Conduct home visits and parent conferences as needed.
• Supervise classroom staff and prepare performance evaluations.

Skills

Bi-lingual

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate Teacher Permit

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

High school Diploma with an Associate Teacher Permit

3 Infant & Toddler units

Job description

Toddler Teacher# Toddler TeacherHot Job208 Don Avenue IT - Stockton, CA 95209## OverviewSalary Range$20.00 - $30.11 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDay## Description**THE POSITION:**Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Infant/Toddler Teacher shall be responsible for the daily operation of the Head Start classroom. This includes, but is not limited to, curriculum development and implementation, promotion of a positive self-image for each child, the assurance of the safety of all children, child assessment, home visits, and the supervision of the Teacher Assistant.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:* Design and implement daily classroom program, in conjunction with other education staff and parents that enhances the positive self-image of each child.* Design a positive classroom environment. Be able to score positively on all the required measurements annually.* Comply will all Community Care Licensing Regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.* Prepare weekly curriculum plans for daily lesson plans.* Make at least two visits to each child’s home per year and participate in parent conferences as needed.* Complete individualized assessments on each child followed by parent conferences.* Conduct monthly child observations and prepare individual education plans ongoing* Complete specialized screening of children as required and refer children suspected of having special needs or challenging behavior.* Promote positive, professional relationships with staff and all parents.* Coordinate activities for and supervise parents and other volunteers in the classroom.* Ensure compliance with all Head Start Program Performance Standards and all other applicable standards of regulatory agencies (i.e. Community Care Licensing).* Supervise the activities of the Associate Teacher or Teacher Assistant, and in conjunction with the Site Supervisor prepare a written performance evaluation on the Associate Teacher.* Conduct emergency and earthquake preparedness drills.* Assist in center food preparation and food services including clean up.* Assist in the general clean-up and packing of furniture as needed.* Help maintain a clean, safe and healthy classroom environment.* Assist in maintaining an attractive and stimulating learning environment that encourages children’s independence and self-selection of activities.* Assist in any hygiene needs of the children.* Attend not less than 15 clock hours of professional development per year. Such professional development shall be high-quality, sustained, intensive and classroom focused in order to have a positive and lasting impact on classroom instruction.* Promote positive, professional relationship with children, staff and parents.* Coordinate activities of parents in the classroom and on* Participate in various in services and trainings to upgrade skills necessary* Maintain the required files; monthly/quarterly reports, assessments. Ongoing documentation shall be in accordance with established timelines* Participate in relevant collaborative meetings with community, and trainings with county agencies as required.* Other duties as assigned.## Qualifications**EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:*** A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood education or related field with an Associates Teacher Permit or higher is highly preferred; An Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with an Associates Teacher Permit or higher is highly preferred; A High school Diploma with an Associates Teacher Permit or higher is required.* A minimum of 3 Infant & Toddler units is required.**LANGUAGE SKILLS:*** Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) preferred.**REQUIREMENTS - CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS**:* Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification desired* Preventative Health & Safety EMSA training desired* Valid California Driver’s license or California ID* Department of Justice/FBI/ Child Abuse Index Clearance upon hire* Health/Immunizations: Physical, TB Test, Covid-19 Vaccine, Tdap, MMR & Influenza required upon hire.