"Substitute Teacher Assistant, Early Childhood Education (4112C) - 84059"

About Berkeley

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As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.

We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.

Departmental Overview

Residential and Student Services Programs, as a part of the Division of Student Affairs, provides students with a comprehensive residential student life experience, state of the art dining services, safe and clean residence halls, an effective transition into the University through a well-planned orientation and a developmentally based early childhood education program. The Early Childhood Education Program (ECEP) provides developmental play-based child care for the children of students, staff, and faculty via licensed child care centers on or near the UC Berkeley campus, serving 250 University children between the ages of 3 months and 5 years old.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Substitute Teacher Assistant is responsible for supporting the classroom's play-based curriculum including caregiving and assisting with preparing lesson plans which meet the individual needs of children. The Substitute Teacher Assistant supports teachers in leading small and large group activities for the age and developmental level of children assigned. The Substitute Assistant Teacher supports and provides feedback to the teachers in the classroom with child screening, assessment, parent interaction and adherence to local, state and federal standards as well as all licensing regulations pertaining to children in group care settings. Excellent communication and a commitment to teamwork is core to the success of this position.

Responsibilities

Classroom Responsibilities

• Provides caregiving functions as needed and when appropriate, i.e. diapering, napping, feeding, nurturing, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of center as a safe and clean environment for children. Practices responsive caregiving in all aspects of daily care.
• Helps organize, set up, supervise and clean up curriculum activities that stimulate children's curiosity and abilities.
• Engages in intentional interactions with children in teaching and learning.
• Observes and interacts with children as individuals and shares observations with staff.
• Provides feedback to teachers that support individual needs of children.
• Provides input to teachers in support of parent/teacher conferences.
• Uses respectful language and positive guidance when addressing children's behavior in the classroom.
• Participates in classroom management to maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
• Cultivates learning of all children, regardless of developmental level and/or presenting temperament.
• Supports implementation of best practices of the philosophies National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in all rooms, and Program for Infant and Toddler Care (PITC) philosophy in infant/toddler rooms.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participates and attends all required ECEP and RSSP meetings, staff meetings, workshops, trainings and other activities as requested by the Associate Director or Center Director.
• Represents ECEP by being responsive, caring and informative in communication with parents, other teaching staff and the campus community at large.
• Develops trustworthy relationships with peers, supervisors and managers.
• Resolves conflicts quickly and involves supervisor and or other management members when appropriate.
• Adheres to policies in the ECEP Teacher's Resource Guide.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 or more units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), including 3 Infant or Toddler units required if hired for an infant/toddler room.
• Knowledge of developmental needs and appropriate learning experiences for children 3 months to 5 years.
• Familiarity with child development theory and practice.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk up to 4 hours per day, and to work at child's level.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic computer use, including: keyboard and mouse, simple data entry, email software, internet search and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work with a variety of clientele using patience, tact, sensitivity and diplomacy.
• Must have received fingerprint clearance through the Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division. Background clearance must be maintained while employed as a Teacher.
• Must provide proof of current negative TB clearance, up-to-date MMR vaccination, up-to-date health screening clearance, and compliance with any new State of California or UC Berkeley health requirements for positions working with young children.
• Must complete blood borne pathogen training and State of CA Mandated Reporter training upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Must have current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
• High School diploma or GED minimum educational requirement and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• 12 or more ECE units.

Salary & Benefits

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $24.91 (Step 1).

• This is a Per Diem appointment with variable hours.
• Per Diem positions are not eligible for the UC benefits plan.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.