State Preschool Teacher

Volunteers of America Southwest • Rialto, CA • 1d ago

Salary Range $23.00 - $29.00 Hourly

Description

PROGRAM SUMMARY:

Volunteers of America is a federal and stated funded comprehensive early childhood education program with a focus on child development that includes a child's cognitive, physical and social emotional growth and development. The program fosters Family Engagement in all areas of a child's development and provides comprehensive resources to low-income families in the areas of health, nutrition and community resources.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Under the direction of the Child Development Coordinator, a State Preschool Teacher is a staff person who facilitates safe and healthy learning activities for children, 2-5 years of age. Play based learning promotes social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. A State Preschool Teacher plans individual and group activities according to a child's age and current developmental levels under the guidelines of Creative Curriculum. Provides children with a learning environment and the varied experiences to develop school readiness skills, appropriate to their age and stage of development. A State Preschool Teacher also involves parents in educational activities of the program to enhance their role as the principal influence on the child's education and development. Assist parents to increase knowledge, understanding skills, and experience in child growth and development. Identify and reinforce experiences, which occur in the home that parents can utilize as educational activities for their children.

Classroom Safety

Develops a plan to ensure the safety of the children within the group utilizing indoor and outdoor facilities completes daily health and safety checklist and reports needed repairs and/or timely maintenance to the Center Coordinator.

Inspects/facilities for hazardous conditions and unsafe environment and materials and completes daily health and safety checklists. Removes all debris, and all hazardous and unsafe equipment and materials.

Supervises activities of children to ensure their safety.

Recognizes and reports accidents, illnesses, and suspected child abuse to appropriate personnel according to timelines.

Conducts monthly emergency drills

Maintain a clean and orderly classroom, kept free of garbage and debris.

Effective Teaching Practices

Plans and conducts classroom activities that encourage healthy habits appropriate to the child.

Selects and uses materials and equipment that stimulates development in the children.

Includes materials, which reflect the children's culture(s) and uses them appropriately.

Plans and facilitates daily learning activities for children based on children's interests in alignment with the Creative Curriculum to support School Readiness in all learning domains.

Writes and maintains accurate records, child observations to complete accurate child assessments (DRDP) 2 times per year.

Designs an individual development plan (IDP) for each child in collaboration with the parent, identifying learning goals and activities for home and school that will support development and achievement of goal (s).

Provide diaper changes and meets toileting needs of children, as needed. Facilitate healthy habits with assistance such as tooth brushing and handwashing.

Conducts staff-parent conferences for each family with an enrolled child each program year; per requirements; two parent teacher conferences.

Attends all required in service training, and orientations, workshops, seminars, etc.

Follows approved agency procedures, as well as distributes and maintains them under property security.

Submits all required reports and administrative forms accurately, completely and timely, including enrollment and attendance information.

Parent-Family- Community Engagement

Active participant in recruiting, assisting parents who walk in for enrollment information and/or participates in formal recruitment activities as assigned.

Encourages participation in parent groups at the center and provides opportunities for parents to use their skills and talents in the group.

In bilingual settings, communicates both verbally and in writing, with both the parents and the children in their language when possible.

Conducts parent education meetings, which will include orientation, discussion of IPP, child development, curriculum, and parenting skills.

Program Responsibilities

Attends trainings and meetings, as scheduled and/or assigned.

Perform special projects and/or other related duties as assigned.

Abides by Agency Code of Conduct and policies, including applicable laws such as Mandated Reporting.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Minimum of an Associate's degree.

CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential.

Ability to pass fingerprints, criminal investigation screening, TB and health screenings.

Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Applications are accepted online only. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Similar Jobs

LPN/LVN Novice Nurse

Maxim Healthcare • Pomona, CA • 48min ago

Hospital & Medical

Hourly Pay: $28 Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Novice Nurse -Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse ( The Novice Nurse Training Program at Maxim Healthcare is designed to provide a unique training opportunity for new grad LP...

48min ago

Go to Apply

Sales Representative, Residential Repaint - Territory 75Q107

Sherwin-Williams • Riverside, CA • 1h ago

Sales & Marketing

Sales Representatives initiate and manage relationships with customers and serve as the point of contact for the Company. This position will be responsible for growing a paint sales territory that focuses primarily on th...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Occupational Therapist (OT) for Home Health

FeldCare Connects • Moreno Valley, CA • 2h ago

Hospital & Medical

FeldCare Connects, an app-based referral network, is currently seeking a self-motivated Occupational Therapist to deliver premier excellence of care and is enthusiastic about working with adults of all ages. This positio...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Security Escort (Part-Time)

DT Professional Services • Norco, CA • 2h ago

Job Summary: DT Professionals is seeking a Security Escort to support secure facility operations in Norco, CA. This role will provide escort services for personnel requiring access to controlled areas. This role ensures...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Forklift Operator

PeopleReady • Rancho Cucamonga, CA • 5h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Upland, CA is now hiring Forklift Operators in Rancho Cucamonga, CA! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment. Apply today and you could sta...

5h ago

Go to Apply

Electrical Technician

United Rentals • Rialto, CA • 8h ago

Hospital & Medical

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As an Electrical Technician, yo...

8h ago

Go to Apply

Part Sales Manager - Full Time

AutoZone, Inc. • Rialto, CA • 21h ago

Management & Administrative

Job Description AutoZone's Store Management team drives store performance, fosters a productive team, and ensures exceptional customer service. Managers and MITs play a key leadership role, expected to Live The Pledge an...

21h ago

Go to Apply

Commercial Sales Manager

AutoZone, Inc. • Rialto, CA • 21h ago

Management & Administrative

Job Description The Commercial Sales Team at AutoZone plays a pivotal role in driving growth across our professional customer base. Focused on delivering quality parts, reliable service, and dedicated support, this team...

21h ago

Go to Apply

Part Sales Manager - Full Time

AutoZone, Inc. • Perris, CA • 21h ago

Management & Administrative

21h ago

Go to Apply

Supervisory Logistics Management

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration • Loma Linda, CA • 1d ago

Management & Administrative

Summary The Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist - Assistant Chief Supply Chain Officer (ACSCO), serves as the alternate to the Facility Chief Supply Chain Officer (FCSCO) and is assigned continuing responsibility...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)