Preschool Teacher

About us:

At Campus Downtown Childcare, we believe that parents want the best for their children and the reason we exist, is to ensure just that. We believe that all children are unique individuals and deserve unique attention to ensure they realize their greatest potential for success. We strive to provide an exceptional enriched, safe, secure, and loving environment. Our programs are geared towards building character, self-confidence, self-esteem, and school readiness while giving your child a strong foundation to experience life challenges. Our mission is to provide the highest quality childcare and education that promotes and enhances a child’s well-being in its entirety, with the assurance of our parent’s peace of mind.

We are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to join our team at Campus Downtown Childcare. To apply you must submit a resume and your school transcripts. To qualify you will need a minimum of 12 ECE units, preferably including 3 units from the infant/toddler component. You will also need to be able to clear a background check, have a clear TB screening on file and be first aid/CPR certified and a minimum of at least 6 months of experience in a licensed child care facility within the last 2 years.

Report to: Head Teacher (Director)

PRIMARY PURPOSE OR RESPONSIBILITY: Under the supervision of the Head Teacher (Director), provide classroom leadership in implementing and coordinating best practices for classroom activities according to age and development levels of children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist Head Teacher with the implementation of a curriculum with activities to help support children’s growth through their developmental stages which include social and emotional development, large and fine motor skills, cognitive and physical development. Engage in developmentally appropriate and fun learning practices.
• Observe and monitor children's play activities. Redirect any inappropriate behavior with positive guidance and redirection.
• Organize and participate in recreational play activities both indoor and outdoor.
• Ensure that the health and safety of every child is a top priority at all times. Guide children in learning healthy habits such as eating, hand washing and bathroom responsibilities.
• Assist in food preparation and serve meals and refreshments to children including making sure children have access to water all day during all hours of operation.
• Guide classroom staff in the development and execution of appropriate curriculum and ensure that it complies with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure the center's physical facilities comply with applicable laws and regulations and is safe and appropriate environment for children.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience/Certifications: An Associate of Arts degree in Child Development or Early Child Education. One year of prior experience working as a member of a classroom in a licensed center. CPR/First Aid Certification.

Criminal Record Statement to include criminal background check and fingerprinting, Health Screening Report and Personnel Record to be successfully completed prior to completion of hiring.

Skills/Knowledge and Expertise: Working knowledge of child care licensing regulations. Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with students, families, staff and community partners. Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Physical Requirements: Work requires long periods of sitting with occasional walking, standing, and infrequent stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching above head. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment Work performed in standard child care center office/facility environment.Work performed during normal business hours. Additional time may be required to meet business needs or deadlines. Dependable transportation for work, training sessions and meetings and work related business as needed.

Work Schedule: Full and Part Time, Non Exempt Status, 12 months per year.

Campus Downtown Childcare, LLC., is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Required education:

• Associate or a minimum of 12 ECE units.

Required experience:

• Licensed Childcare Center: 1 year

Required license or certification:

• Teaching Certificate (AA / BA) or Transcripts with 12 ECE Units (including Curriculum course)

Benefits (for Full-time employees):

• Holiday Pay (up to 10 in an year when we are closed)
• 8 Paid vacations in a year
• 401k Plan with company match

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• Diaper change is an inherent part of a daycare job. Will you be comfortable doing it?
• Will you be comfortable being at workplace on weekdays for up to 9 hours a day (Monday to Friday) which includes 1 hour break for lunch (and 10 minutes break during AM and PM)?
• Do you have at least 6 months of experience working in a Licensed Childcare Center (not Family Childcare Home or other kind of schools set up), which is one of the requirements from CDSS for someone to be a Fully Qualified Teacher?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Completed 12 ECE units or 6 and enrolled for remaining (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Stockton, CA 95202 (Required)

Work Location: In person