"TEMPORARY Early Childhood Education Specialist"

TEMPORARY Early Childhood Education Specialist

Salary: $32.12 - $39.51 Hourly

Location: Fresno City College, CA

Job Type: Temporary

Division: FCC Social Science

Job Number: 202500234-T

General Purpose

Under general supervision, maintains responsibility for assigned classroom or group of children ages 19 months to five years in a child development laboratory school; maintains a developmentally appropriate child-centered program in accordance with the lab school's program philosophy, goals and objectives; plans and implements curriculum; assesses progress and development of children assigned to a classroom/group; when appropriate, meets with parents to discuss their child's progress; models developmentally appropriate educational techniques for Early Childhood Education (ECE) students; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises and interacts directly with children both inside and outside of the classroom; implements a program that is consistent with the theory and practices taught in child development classes and meets the needs of children, families and staff; provides oral and written language experiences appropriate to each child's level of readiness, interest and developmental capability.
• Plans, designs, supervises and implements a developmentally appropriate program for children ages 24 months to five years in most centers and for infants/toddlers less than 24 months of age in centers with infant rooms; develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans; incorporates developmentally and culturally appropriate activities and language experiences; acknowledges the cultural diversities among families and recommends the purchase of supplies and equipment that reflect the diversity within the community; provides models for children to maintain primary language and culture while acquiring a second language and developing an understanding of new cultures.
• Observes and mentors ECE practicum students during their time in the lab, based on the Child Development course outline of record; demonstrates and provides mentoring on developmentally appropriate methods and practices; monitors and provides feedback on the quality of interactions between students and preschoolers; evaluates student performance and provides observations and feedback to instructors.
• Conducts DRDP assessments of children; writes objective developmental descriptions for children based on observation and recording, holds bi-annual conferences with parents to review and revise expectations and special requests and to discuss their child's progress.
• Develops and implements conflict management and problem-solving strategies with children; assists children in identifying and verbalizing concerns and issues and helps them identify compromises and solutions to those issues.
• Assists with nutritional and food handling guidelines; utilizes appropriate food handling procedures; follows all safety precautions to avoid contamination or food spoilage and choking hazards.
• Provides instruction to children on hygiene procedures as necessary; follows universal health precautions; follows a written plan for dealing with blood or bodily fluid spills; ensures that other staff understands and follows plan procedures.
• Follows emergency procedures as required including provision of first aid and CPR; provides information about emergency procedures and health, safety and transportation policies to other staff and parents; assists in all fire and other emergency drills.
• Maintains all adult and child working areas in a clean, safe, sanitary and orderly condition; conducts inspections and reports replacement/repair needs; monitors outdoor play areas to ensure children cannot gain access to unsafe or unsupervised areas.
• Invites and encourages family participation in children's activities after providing any necessary guidance; provides information about community resources to parents and staff regarding health, social services, mental health, developmental and family support services.
• Follows procedures for child abuse reporting as mandated by law.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.

OTHER DUTIES

• Notifies the Lab School Manager/Coordinators regarding needs for inventory replenishment of Lab School inventory of materials and supplies.
• Maintains up-to-date records on children and/or families.
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, workshops and training.
• Substitutes for absent staff members.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education or a closely related field; and at least two years of experience teaching in a licensed early childhood education setting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

For centers that provide care for infants less than 24 months of age, additional units in infant/toddler development are required.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A valid California Child Development Site Supervisor Permit.
Current pediatric CPR & First Aid certifications from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or equivalent. Proof of successful completion of Preventative Health and Safety Training is required within 30 days of hire.

Assessment Process
Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to interview for the assessment. Working Schedule is Monday - Thursday 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM Friday - 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd/jobs/5161938/temporary-early-childhood-education-specialist