CDC Associate Teacher

Salary: $3,255.00 - $4,117.00 Monthly
Job Type:
Job Number: 20250516
Closing: Continuous
Location: Merced College, CA
Department:

Range 16
40 hours/week
8.5 months/year

This is a categorically funded assignment contingent upon year-to-year fundingThis position works 8.5 months of the year and is paid over 10 months
Interview dates to be determined
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Merced College Child Development Center (MCCDC) is a dynamic model for teaching and learning. As a field-based teaching site, MCCDC blends curriculum development and professional outreach to support the changing needs of the community, administrators, teachers, and learners it serves. MCCDC demonstrates a commitment to excellence, respect for diversity, and dedication to creating a community of life-long learners. Additionally, MCCDC provides a safe, caring, nurturing, and educational environment for young children. Our staff is dedicated to giving each child the best possible experience through a developmentally appropriate approach to learning. This means our program is tailored to be both age-appropriate and individually suited to each child's social, emotional, physical, cultural, linguistic, and academic needs.

Merced College Mission
At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision
Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:

Degree/Certificate Programs
Transfer
Career Technical Education
Workforce Training
Lifelong Learning
Basic Skills
Community Engagement

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.
General Description

Under the direction of the classroom lead teacher and assistant director, the associate teacher assists with and oversees the daily operations and teaches an assigned group of children using developmentally appropriate practices in the preschool or infant/toddler program that includes an environment that fosters active exploration; encourages independent choices and active problem solving along with sharing experiences with others. Successfully integrates and individualizes care and curriculum for all children regardless of abilities. Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions:

Acts as a part of a teaching team that assists with teaching and supervising a group of children that include planning and providing an appropriate classroom environment; in addition, provide activities and experiences for all areas of children's development
Oversees classroom operations and staffing in the absence of the lead teacher
Assists with warmly greeting each parent upon arrival and departure and consistently communicate with parents
Assists with administering assessments and screenings; conduct on-going observation and assessment of assigned children's growth and development and record results
Maintains required records and develop portfolios for assigned children to document developmental growth
Contributes in planning and preparation of lesson plans based on child observations, Individual Education Plan (IEP), Family Service Education Plan (FSEP) goals, and assessment results
Under the guidance of the lead teacher and instruction of the Family Service Education Coordinator and/or health consultants, implements intervention practices based on individualized goals; works collaboratively with speech and language pathologists, psychologists, medical professionals, and other support persons
Supports the full integration of children with special needs into the classroom; assists with planning and providing daily experiences, activities, and routines that achieve the goals of the IEP/FSEP, and/or individual intervention plans
Adapts curriculum and prepares specialized materials to meet the needs of children with disabilities
Works collaboratively with lab instructors and provides modeling and support for college lab students training in the classroom
Assists with scheduling and conducts parent/teacher conferences; develops goals for the child's growth with the parent
Participates in staff meetings and training activities, case conferences, parent conferences, center meetings, IEP meetings, and other meetings as directed
Provides training and guidance for classroom volunteers
Prepares snacks and follows food program guidelines; participates in family style meal service; prepares and sets up tables, guides children in cleanup activities following meals and snacks, washes and sanitizes dishes according to center procedure
Carries out authorized emergency and safety procedures and administers first aid
Reports suspected cases of child abuse and neglect in accordance with Title V regulations and policy
Performs housekeeping duties such as sweeping, laundry, windows, etc.
Assists with special projects, such as open houses, parent meetings, fundraisers, etc., during or after normal work schedule
Complies with Child Development Center (CDC) policies and procedures, administrative regulations, State of California Health and Welfare Codes, and Child Development Division Title V regulations
Performs other related duties as required

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Ability to:

Speak, read and write English clearly
Prepare and maintain accurate records using proper spelling and accurate calculations
Stand, walk, bend over, grasp, reach overhead, stoop, twist, push, pull and move, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds
Stand on feet for long periods of time; sit on floor or child-sized chair
Work cooperatively with others

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

24 units of ECE/CD + 16 units of GE; plus two adult supervision units and three units in Infant and Toddler Development within first year of employment
Must possess or be eligible for a Teacher Permit
Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues

License or Certificate:

Certificate of TB Clearance OR negative TB Skin Test
Proof of Immunizations - Influenza (between August 1 and December 1 OR written statement declining the influenza vaccine), Pertussis, and Measles

Conditional Employment: If a person meets all other requirements for employment, but needs additional time to obtain and provide his or her immunization records, the person may be employed conditionally for a maximum of 30 days upon signing and submitting a written statement attesting that he or she has been immunized as required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

Associate's degree (AA/AS) in ECE/CD (or closely related field) OR AA/AS in any field plus 24 units of ECE/CD; plus two adult supervision units and three units in Infant and Toddler Development

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a classroom environment; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings

Physical:

Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Hear and understand speech at normal levels
Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
Read printed matter and computer screens
Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds

Vision:

See in the normal visual range with or without correction

Hearing:

Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required Documentation:

Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
Resume
List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
Legible, unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate);transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization.

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile

Interview Information:

Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be scheduled on site.

Employee Benefits:

Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits Website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office. Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/5010049/cdc-associate-teacher

Job Details

CDC Associate Teacher

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