Preschool Education Specialist

2 weeks ago

Bakersfield, California, United States Kern Community College District Full time
Salary: $2, $4,122.12 Monthly

Location : Bakersfield, CA

Job Type: Classified

Job Number: FY

College: Bakersfield College

Department/Division: Child Development Center

Basic Function

Under supervision, facilitate the nurturing, growth, and education of preschool-aged children and infants within a child development program.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and implement engaging activities and educational experiences; ensure a safe and developmentally suitable environment in both indoor and outdoor settings.

2. Lead the efforts of Associate Teachers and CDC Assistants, as well as students and volunteers assigned to the classroom.

3. Interact with children in a supportive and encouraging manner.

4. Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote science, mathematics, music, art, language, social, emotional, and physical development; review plans created by Associate Teachers.

5. Conduct demonstrations and interactive learning sessions for children.

6. Serve as the primary caregiver for a designated group of children; perform initial and ongoing evaluations as required by state regulations; review similar work conducted by Associate Teachers.

7. Hold discussions with parents regarding their child's development, progress, and any concerns.

8. Create and implement strategies for conflict resolution and problem-solving among children.

9. Adhere to center policies and procedures, particularly those related to health and safety.

10. Provide guidance to employees, volunteers, students, and families regarding health, safety, and other policies.

11. Supervise groups of children during various activities; set up and take down playground equipment; ensure safe play environments.

12. Oversee restroom usage; assist with changing and laundering soiled clothing; support toilet training efforts.

13. Prepare and serve nutritious snacks and meals; assist in meal planning and preparation; supervise mealtimes.

14. Administer basic First Aid as necessary; promote healthy habits and safety practices.

15. Perform light cleaning tasks including dishwashing, clearing tables, sweeping, and waste disposal; maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.

16. Operate various classroom equipment including copiers, laminators, and kitchen appliances; ensure proper food storage and sanitation.

17. Identify special needs of children and families.

18. Encourage family involvement in classroom and center activities; promote participation in children's events.

19. Organize and facilitate parent engagement programs and events.

20. Maintain accurate records.

21. Oversee and assess laboratory students and their activities.

22. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to:

Associate's degree from an accredited institution in early childhood education or a related field, along with one year of experience in a structured environment working with children.

Possession of, or eligibility to obtain and maintain, a Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Maintain satisfactory progress toward the completion of professional development requirements.

Completion of pediatric CPR and first aid training through an accredited program.

Possession of a current pediatric CPR and first aid certificate.

Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment physical assessment and drug testing.

Clear criminal record check including fingerprinting.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Early childhood education programs, practices, and techniques.
Current best practices for inclusive early childhood education settings.
Instructional techniques.
Requirements for maintaining a children's center in a safe and orderly condition.
Policies and objectives of assigned programs.
Interpersonal skills demonstrating tact and patience.
Health and safety regulations.
Principles of personal hygiene.
Sanitation practices for food handling.
Basic First Aid techniques.

ABILITY TO:

Plan and manage activities in a child development center.
Oversee the work of Associate Teachers, CDC Assistants, volunteers, and students.
Develop age-appropriate lesson plans.
Effectively conduct activities for children.
Monitor children's behavior and oversee activities.
Maintain a safe and clean children's center.
Apply principles of nutrition.
Administer basic First Aid.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Prepare and serve food in compliance with health regulations.
Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
Establish cooperative working relationships.
Observe health and safety regulations.

SALARY RANGE

$2, $4,122.12 monthly

Maximum Entry Level Salary: $3,065.02 monthly

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by July 16, 2024, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.

Completed application packet MUST include:
  • Completed Online Application for Employment form
  • Current resume
  • Letter of interest (Cover Letter)
  • Copy of legible transcripts
  • List of five (5) professional references - Listed on application form
It is the applicant's responsibility to redact (or remove) any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant.

Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. EEO Plan

Note: The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices. Discrimination Free Work Environment

The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

Kern Community College District provides a rich health and welfare benefits package to our full-time permanent employees, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition to the above benefits, the District also offers a robust voluntary benefits selection.

Limited benefits and Affordable Care Act (ACA) benefits are offered to less than full-time and temporary employees.

For a detailed list of benefit eligibility please visit our Benefits Website

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