UCLA Hiring for Teacher at Los Angeles, CA Full Time

Under the supervision of the Center Director and Center Coordinator, work cooperatively with the classroom teaching team to coordinate the child care program in one classroom for children two months to five years old, and their parents. Maintain program quality, adhering to Title 22 and Title 5 regulations, and accreditation standards for the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Complete children’s assessments using Desired Results Developmental Progress (DRDP) and other online assessment tools. Maintain a healthy indoor and outdoor environment. Work cooperatively with parents and with supervisory staff to coordinate child care program. Act quickly and appropriately in hazardous situations, providing first aid in emergencies.

Percentage of Time:
1.00

Shift Start:
variable

Shift End:
variable

Qualifications for Position

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Qualifications

Required/Preferred

Ability to speak English to be understood by young children.

Required

Ability to read English text of children’s stories and as needed for food preparation.

Required

Ability to write English for preparing written s on conferences, child observations and staff evaluations.

Required

Ability to plan and implement set-up and supervision of activities and preparation of food.

Required

Ability to use kitchen utensils and appliances safely and appropriately for preparation of snacks.

Can be trained

Ability to relate to children ages two months to five years as required for supervision of indoor and outdoor activities, toileting, meals, snacks and nap time.

Required

Ability to act quickly and appropriately in hazardous situations to prevent accidents and to provide first aid in emergency situations.

Required

Ability to direct classroom staff in overall program.

Required

Ability to train support staff through role modeling and verbal explanation.

Required

Ability to work cooperatively with other staff in total child care program.

Required

Knowledge of child development theory and best practices in early childhood group care and education.

Required

Skill in resolving problems in the face of conflict with children and adults.

Required

Physical ability to lift and carry children and objects up to 40 pounds when necessary (frequent lifting).

Required

Continued employment contingent upon holding the Teacher-level (or higher) permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Required

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field strongly preferred.

Preferred

Certified in pediatric CPR and first aid.

Required

Minimum of 175 days relevant experience in infant/preschool classrooms.

Required

For positions in infant classrooms, at least three units of coursework in Infant Development.

Required

Additional Posting Information

Bargaining Unit:
CX-Clerical & Allied Services

Application Deadline:
05-09-2023

External Posting Date: