Teacher, Early Childhood Education Program

About us

Dream Stars Childcare & Preschool offers children a nurturing and loving environment. Our goal is to help children learn essential social, emotional, and behavioral skills to reach their developmental milestones. We develop strong foundations in learning by engaging in Project-based and Developmental Play-based activities. We offer programs for ages 6 months to 6 years old. Our program is designed for fun, discovery, and learning!

Dream Stars Childcare & Preschool Early Childhood Education Program (ECEP) provides developmental play-based child care for children between 6 months and six years old.

Under general supervision, the Teacher supports a project-based and developmental play-based curriculum to meet children's individual needs. Teachers develop and lead small and large group activities for the age and developmental level of the children assigned. Teachers are responsible for supporting 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 in the absence of the classroom co-teachers or teacher assistants. Excellent communication and teamwork are core to this position's success.

Responsibilities

Teaching Responsibilities

• Provides primary caregiving and maintains daily intake, comments, and close communication with parents.
• Performs and records focused child observations while subbing to support the completion of California Department of Education (CDE) required DRDP assessments for all children.
• Participates in helping to prepare materials and classroom opportunities that meet children's individual needs.
• Participates in and provides activities that stimulate children's curiosity and abilities aligned with the curriculum set by co-teachers in the classroom.
• Supports National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) "best practices."
• Supports the practices of the Program for Infant and Toddler Care (PITC) philosophy.
• Collaborates with classroom team members to develop programs and summary findings that respond to parent survey summaries, Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) findings, and related ITERS/ECERS ratings, which evaluate the classroom environment. Includes all children regardless of developmental level and or presenting temperament.

Classroom Responsibilities

• Maintains a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for young children and families.
• Develops trusting relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Performs daily health and safety checks on children.
• Conducts classroom equipment and playground safety inspections routinely.
• Maintains a well-organized classroom by continually restoring and enhancing the environment so it's suitable for young children.
• Establishes and maintains center file, portfolio, and assessment of each child in the primary care group.
• Models project-based developmental or PITC teaching styles appropriate for the assigned age group.
• May coach, teacher assistants, and volunteers.
• Maintains child family confidentiality of information and records.
• Monitors the sign-in sheets, attendance, and meal counts.
• Supports the classroom team by taking the time to share relevant information with co-workers.
• Uses respectful language and positive guidance when addressing children's behavior in the classroom.
• Participates in classroom management to maintain a positive learning atmosphere. Includes all children regardless of developmental level and or presenting temperament.

Professional Responsibilities

• Represents ECEP by being responsive, caring, and informative in communication with parents, other teachers, and the community.
• Develops trustworthy relationships with peers, supervisors, and directors.
• Attends all mandatory meetings, ECEP events, training, and activities related to the classroom and program as scheduled and assigned by the director.
• Resolves conflicts quickly and involves the director and/or other management members when appropriate.
• Adheres to policies in the ECEP Teacher Resource Guide, including, but not limited to: health and safety policies, program philosophy guidelines, use of prep time, and any other policies and procedures therein.
• Models intentional learning and emerging literacy in all aspects of teaching and caregiving.

Performs other duties as assigned by the director.
IIPP Statement

• Works safely and responsibly while not putting self or others at risk.
• This includes complying with applicable policies and regulations, using personal safety gear; observing warning signs; learning about potential hazards, and reporting unsafe conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work with diverse clientele using patience, tact, sensitivity, and diplomacy.
• Knowledge of developmental needs and appropriate learning experiences for children six months to 6 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 work at child's level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• A minimum of 12 ECE units are required - transcripts will be required to confirm units obtained.

Licenses

• Pediatric First Aid and CPR (or must obtain within three months of hire), TB, and health screening clearance.
• Must complete online State of CA Mandated Reporter training - upon hire.

Salary & Benefits

This position is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position. Hourly pay for this role is between $19.05 - $26.58.

Other Information

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Dream Stars Childcare & Preschool does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.

This position meets the following background check criteria: "Care, safety, and security of people or property" (Direct contact with children).

Must have received fingerprint clearance through the Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division.

Physical Exam

Employment is contingent upon passing a physical exam.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon the completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Dream Stars Childcare & Preschool is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $19.05 - $26.58 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

Our Childcare site continues to follow COVID-19 requirements, public health orders, and guidance applicable to our facility.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carmichael, CA 95608: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.05 - $20.58 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person