Employment Opportunities: Substitute Child Dev Specialist

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SUBSTITUTE - CHILD DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Child Development Center, 2008-09 (Temporary, hourly)

Filing Deadline Date: Until Filled

Responsibilities

Under direction of the program director, plans and implements a program for the development of pre-school/toddler children in a children's center; provides learning experiences for Child Development students; directs and controls a preschool/toddler classroom laboratory, including but not limited to:

Duties related to children: Plans and implements a daily schedule of learning experiences for the development of children in a children's center and laboratory environment appropriate for Child Development students; conducts large group presentations to include concepts, language, literature, music/movement, listening skills, and developing a sense of belonging; provides an environment to facilitate physical and emotional development of preschool/toddler children; maintains an environment conducive to learning.

Plans activities, instructional materials, and lesson plans appropriate for assigned age level; designs and develops learning materials with the approval of the supervisor; prepares lesson plans and develops appropriate teaching aids; confers with instructional staff and students regarding assignments, student progress, and child progress.

Conducts daily health inspection of children and adults; sterilizes toys, counters, and tables; assists in maintaining rooms and play areas in a clean, stimulating, orderly, and safe condition; provides first aid as appropriate; assists children individually and in small groups; works with small groups of children in a variety of activities; directs activities in the classroom and outside yard area; maintains order and discipline; plans and implements IEP's for each assigned child.

Duties related to students: Assigns tasks to teacher aides, student interns, and work study students; evaluates performance and serves as a role model; directs student observers and parent participants in developing effective relationships with children and other adults in a laboratory classroom; evaluates student teachers for completion of practice checklist; provides input to instructors to assist with assignment of final grade; advises students where to locate resources to assist and improve in laboratory skills; assists in the planning and facilitating of student orientation to the learning laboratory classes and conduct tours of the assigned center; organizes and prepares laboratory classroom prior to class.

Duties related to parents: Participates in planning and carrying out parent conferences; provides information to parents concerning the child's progress, abilities, and areas of concern; explains program procedures and classroom activities as requested; provides guidance and instruction to parents regarding various parenting-related issues; refers parents and families to appropriate community services.

Duties related to staff relations: Attends staff and planning meetings with staff and participating college students to assess staff and students, center needs, and program development; attends conferences and workshops concerning Early Childhood Development; operates a variety of Center equipment; prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports related to attendance, skills development, lesson plans, student performance, and accidents; performs clerical support duties as assigned; assists in ordering instructional supplies and equipment; performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of current concepts used in Early Childhood Education and Child Development; basic child psychology and development including family dynamics; curriculum planning for a child development program; health and safety requirements of children, appropriate safety precautions and procedures; methods of observing, evaluating, and recording child behavior; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Ability to plan, develop, and implement educational experiences for children; develop and maintain effective relationships with toddlers, preschool children, students, and parents; tutor and direct parent and college student participation in planned preschool activities; maintain a healthy and safe environment; work independently with little direction; provide support and appropriate child development information to parents; learn, apply, and explain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the operation of the program; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; plan and organize work; meet schedules and timelines; provides work direction and guidance to classroom assistants; work confidentially with discretion; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; maintain records and prepare reports.

Licenses and Other Requirements

A valid First Aid Certificate and a Children's Center Teachers Permit (or the equivalent, a current credential issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing authorizing teaching service in elementary school or a single subject credential in home economics AND 12 units in ECE or CDV, or both, or 2 years' experience in ECE or a
child care and development program). Infant and Child CPR, California Health and Safety, and First Aid Certificate (or may complete it within thirty days of employment).

Working Conditions

Classroom environment; working indoors and outdoors during play activities; some children are not toilet trained and require changing of diapers; exposure to working with children who may become sick. Physical demands include sitting, standing, reaching, bending, walking, and occasional light lifting (up to 50 lbs). Upon employment must successfully complete a Physician’s Report, TB test, Live Scan fingerprint check, Criminal Record Clearance, and Child Abuse Index.

Salary/ Benefits

$14.00 per hour. The only paid benefits are worker’s comp, FICA, and Medicare.

Application Procedure

Submit the following information to Human Resources, Mendocino College, 1000 Hensley Creek Road, Ukiah, CA, 95482:

Mendocino College Classified Application available from Human Resources, Room 1050, 707-468-3062 or www.mendocino.edu (click on “ Employment”)
You may attach a resume and/or letter explaining how you meet the qualifications.

Interviews are by invitation only. The college does not reimburse applicants for related travel expenses.

THE COLLEGE: Mendocino College, established in 1973, is a two-year community college serving 5,000 students in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties. The main campus is located in Ukiah, ranked among the best small towns in the U. S. The beautifully landscaped main campus, built in 1985, is located on a 127-acre site with panoramic views of clear skies, oak-covered hills, adjacent vineyards, and the distant mountains. A comprehensive curriculum includes opportunity for study in a wide variety of quality degree, certificate, transfer, occupational and community service programs. Students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment provided by several hundred committed faculty and staff. The college operates centers in Willits and Lakeport which provide valued student, instructional, and administrative services for outlying areas.

THE COMMUNITIES: Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California’s most picturesque landscape. Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino College and Lake Counties attract many visitors. Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area with some light manufacturing. Mendocino County has a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state’s famous North Coast wine country, while Lake County is noted for its pear production and as an attractive spot for retirement and vacationing. A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities. Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf. Community events including theatre, music, dance, athletics, and lectures are many and varied. The local area is also recognized for its distinctive artwork. The main campus is two hours north of San Francisco and just an hour from either the Redwoods or the Northern California coast.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: July 17, 2008 @ 04:54 PM
Last Modified: July 17, 2008 @ 04:54 PM