Child Development Educator

2 weeks ago


West Covina, California, United States Options For Learning Full time
About Options For Learning

As a leading child development organization in Southern California, we have been at the forefront of helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives since 1981. Our dedicated team has enabled us to become one of the most innovative and progressive organizations in the region, serving nearly 9,000 children across the San Gabriel Valley.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Child Development Educator to implement curriculum and facilitate enriching classroom experiences for our students. As a floater, you will also substitute in the absence of regular teachers and provide additional support in various locations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan and execute engaging classroom activities based on our program-specific curriculum.
  • Create individual educational plans for each student, ensuring their unique needs are met.
  • Safely supervise and interact with children in a positive manner.
  • Develop and maintain learning centers that cater to the interests and needs of enrolled children.
  • Provide a diverse range of experiences that emphasize active learning.
  • Maintain a well-supervised and safe environment.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and staff while using sensitivity and good judgment.
  • Implement all organization and program policies and procedures.
  • Cultivate language development and respect for language diversity in the classroom and community.
  • Facilitate monthly site staff meetings.
  • Supervise associate teachers and assistant teachers in the classroom.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to create a quality preschool program.
Requirements
  • A Child Development Teacher Permit is required.
  • An Associate degree in Child Development or a related field, or 24 units in Child Development and 16 units in General Education (depending on the age group).
  • Three semester units in Administration with a passing grade of C or better.
  • Current certification in Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid acceptable to Community Care Licensing (Health and Safety Code 1596.866), and to be renewed every two years.
  • Health screening and TB clearance, to be renewed every five years.
  • Proof of immunization for TDap, MMR, whooping cough, and yearly influenza (waiver may be accepted for influenza).
  • Clear live scan background screening.
  • Complete mandated reporter certification training, to be renewed every two years.
  • Ability to communicate in written and oral English correctly and effectively.
  • A California driver's license, daily use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance.
  • Preferred: Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese.
What We Offer
  • Medical/dental/vision benefits for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 90% of employee premiums; prorated for part-time).
  • Organization-paid and matching retirement plan.
  • Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement.
  • Generous and flexible PTO.
  • Organization-wide shutdown from Christmas through New Year's Day.
  • Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues.
Estimated Salary

The estimated hourly salary for this position is $27.94 - $37.57 per hour. Floaters qualify for an additional 5% pay differential.



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