Monterey Peninsula College

Early Childhood Playground Assistant 3

Salary: $21.01 Hourly
Job Type:
Job Number: 2021-00083
Closing: 5/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Monterey, CA
Division: Student Services

Description

MPC is hiring Early Childhood Playground Assistants at 3 different levels; LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2 and LEVEL 3. You may apply for EACH POSITIONS separately to be considered for each one.
Under the supervision of the Lab School Director and guidance of the Early Childhood Education Lab Mentor work as a member of the teaching team to promote active learning in the lab school environment by assisting in planning and implementing Developmentally Appropriate Practices and by creating an environment in which Early Childhood Education Department (ECED) students gain mastery of running a quality program for three to five-year-old children; assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly physical environment which meet Title 5 and Title 22 guidelines for health and safety.

Example of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. With guidance of the Lab School Director and the Lab Mentor, assist in the smooth operation of the Lab School in relation to all regulatory agency guidelines and requirements.
2. With guidance from the Lab School Director and in collaboration and guidance from the Lab Mentor, set up environments for daily lab school environments and activities according to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) DAP guidelines and state regulations that align with instructional outcomes prepared by faculty to support ECED students and children.
3. Working with the Lab Mentor, develop and implement curriculum and environments aligned with the ECED program and Lab School joint philosophy that support ECED students, and children.
4. Support ECED students by offering assistance or direction in close guidance with the Lab Mentor.
5. Develop quality relationships with children and families in close collaboration with the Lab Mentor.
6. In collaboration with the Lab Mentor, is responsible for the overall organization and maintenance of all lab classrooms and environments, classroom kitchens, indoor/outdoor storage areas and offices that meet regulatory agency guidelines and align with best practices in health and safety for early childhood environments.
7. Maintain ethical code of conduct in compliance with the NAEYC, Title 5, Education Code, and FERPA.
8. In collaboration with the Lab Mentor, work effectively with individuals of diverse gender, educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs.
9. In collaboration with the Lab Mentor, clean, safely store, organize, maintain, laboratory classrooms, environments, and materials including, but not limited to proper labeling and dilution/concentration of sanitizing chemicals.
10. Communicate any needs and concerns to the Lab Mentor and the Lab School Director.
11. Assist in use of computer as needed to support the Lab School and ECED program under guidance of the Lab School Director.
12. Promote safe laboratory conditions and practices per state guidelines; follow all standard safety procedures during work; recognize/help rectify any potential safety problems by communicating issues to the Lab Mentor or Lab School Director.
13. Meet regularly with the Lab Mentor and the Early Childhood Playground Assistants to support the development and implementation of curriculum and environments.
14. Meet with the Lab School Director, Lab Mentor, and Early Childhood Playground Assistants as needed.
15. Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified for or possession of a valid Child Development Master Teacher Permit. Proof of completion of a college level Observation and Assessment. Must be at least 18 years of age and enrolled in college courses leading to an ECE Degree or permit specialization. Proof of completion of 15 hours training in preventative health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid within ninety days of employment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION (not required)
Previous work experience with children ages 18 months to 5 years.
Knowledge and experience with the DRDP and ECERS.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the English language, work effectively with individuals of diverse gender, educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs, develop and maintain quality relationships with young children and their families, set, maintain and take down quality environments that support children's development and meet health and safety guidelines per Title 5, maintain healthy and safe standards throughout the lab school center, work with young children in a variety of situations to support their early growth and development, develop early childhood curriculum that meets the developmental needs and interests of groups of children, observe, record, and assess young children, use computers and applicable software, assist in the preparation and maintenance of accurate records, and maintain a positive attitude, patience and genuine interest in working with students, children, parents and staff.
Knowledge of: NAEYC Developmentally Appropriate Practice, FERPA, individuals of diverse gender, educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs, healthy and safe standards, maintenance and confidentiality of records, computers and applicable software, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid, applicable laws, regulations and guidelines, and ECE curriculum and environments Physical and Mental Characteristics: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; Manual dexterity sufficient to write, use the telephone, and operate center equipment; Vision sufficient to read printed materials and to see at a distance. Hearing sufficient to conduct in person conversations with children and adults and telephone conversations; Speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversational distance, on the telephone, and in addressing groups; Physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, and to reach overhead, and run; Physical mobility sufficient to move rapidly about the work environment on varied indoor and outdoor surfaces and respond to emergency situations; Physical strength sufficient to lift fifty (50) pounds; Physical stamina sufficient to sit in a child's chair, squat at children's eye level for prolonged periods of time; Physical, mental, and emotional tolerance to be exposed to the noise generated by children in an enclosed environment; Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work environment includes indoor/outdoor work with periodic exposure to environmental extremes; some exposure to hazardous chemicals

Work Schedule / Supplemental Information

Work Schedule
Hours: 5-6 hours/day; 29 hours/week
Work Year: 192 days

Submit proof of completion of 15 hours training in preventative health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid within ninety days of employment.

Maintain required permits and certificates throughout the duration of employment.

Salary Information
Starting Salary: $21.01/hour

How to Apply
Visit http://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/campus-resources/human-resources/employment and select "classified and other positions." Here you will find the announcement and the "apply" button in the upper right hand corner. You will be asked to log-in or create a new user account.

Complete all required fields of the application AND

Attach a .pdf of your cover letter which describes your interest in and qualifications for the position AND

Attach a .pdf of your resume AND

Attach unofficial transcripts, if applicable AND

Attach all of the certificates and permits listed in the required qualifications, if applicable (Including the Commission on Teaching Credential)

Only items listed above will be reviewed by the screening committee. Human Resources does not accept additional materials such as: letters of reference, test scores from other institutions, certificates of courses/programs completed, letters of commendation from schools, or transcripts with your application. Such items, if included, will not be forwarded to the selection committee. If you are a finalist, HR will request any reference information that is required.

Monterey Peninsula College reserves the right to close or continue the recruitment at any time.

For questions, please contact:
Recruitment@mpc.edu

Conditions of Employment
Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.
Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves.
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

(1) Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
(2) Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
(3) Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
(4) Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
(5) Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve.
Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with Monterey Peninsula College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employees must sign the Oath of Affirmation of Allegiance, and submit fingerprints for California Department of Justice clearance. California School Employees Association Membership or an approved alternative is required.

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mpc/jobs/3649403/early-childhood-playground-assistant-3

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Early Childhood Playground Assistant 3

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