Early Childhood Education Assistant II

Summary

Plans and implements innovative child-centered curriculum and effective functioning for a State-funded preschool and infant-toddler child development program. Models developmentally appropriate educational techniques to students enrolled in ECE courses. Permit Level: Teacher

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates with other staff members to provide instructional presentations and educational programs to children. Monitors large and small groups of children during indoor and outdoor activities. 
• Plans and implements child-centered, developmentally appropriate curriculum for children based on goals for the children as a group and the individual needs and interests of each child. 
• Model appropriate educational techniques for students from the ECE department and other disciplines. Directs student aides, work study students, and other classroom personnel. 
• Participates in the development and on-going maintenance of children's portfolios through anecdotal and running record observations and other authentic assessment methods. Participate in the development and implementation of individual education plans for each child. Develop weekly plans to provide developmental and educational outcomes for children. 
• Document children’s learning through activities such as panels, books, bulletin boards, general artifacts and displays, and children’s art boards. 
• Participate in parent-child orientation at the beginning of each semester; communicate with parents formally throughout the year. 
• Maintain the classroom and outside areas in a clean, safe and child-centered manner. Walk through the area scanning for potential hazards or conditions. Enforce health and safety policies for children, staff, and students. Participate in the implementation and documentation of regular fire and other emergency preparedness drills. 
• Assist in the preparation of nutritious snacks. 
• Contributes to the ongoing efficient functioning of classroom operations. 
• Attend professional growth activities as needed. 
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills
Requires in-depth knowledge of child development principles and practices and an understanding of the goals and objectives of a preschool program. Special knowledge is required in the emotional, physical, and mental development, variations, and needs of preschool and elementary school aged children. Knowledge of arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading sufficient to direct students with learning exercises or projects is required. Requires knowledge of licensing requirements, funding, and contract terms governing child development centers. Requires well-developed communication skills to interact with students, staff, children, and parents, to conduct formal instruction of a small group, to resolve confrontation, and hold conferences. Requires sufficient writing skills to document students’ and children’s files.

Abilities
Ability to perform the essential responsibilities and work tasks of the position. Demonstrated ability to deliver instruction to children. Ability to understand the needs and differences of children and to reach and motivate them. Requires the ability to balance emotional support and guidance techniques to deal with behavior problems. Ability to observe, categorize, and evaluate children’s development. Ability to comply with State guidelines. This position requires sensitivity to and understand of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college.

Physical Abilities
Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read numbers and words. Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (greater than 2 hours), to lift light to heavy objects on an occasional basis (10-50 lbs), and to push or pull lightweight objects.

Education and Experience
Requires an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education that includes required curriculum. Requires 1 year of early childhood teaching experience.

Licenses and Certificates
Child Development Permit at the Teacher level. 

Full-Time
10 Months
40 Hours/Week
1640 Hours/Year
Range: 112
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Note: Non-U.S. citizens who cannot provide evidence of authorization to work in the U.S. are ineligible for this position. The Redwoods Community College District does not sponsor non-U.S. citizens to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination Statement

The Redwoods Community College District is committed to equal employment opportunity and to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable educational and work environment. The Governing Board supports the intent of the California Legislature to ensure that community colleges build a climate of acceptance and inclusion and that employment opportunities are equalized for all individuals.

It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices.

Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

College of the Redwoods is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.

ADA Accommodation Notice

Applicants and nominees who believe they are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and require accommodation during any part of the interview or selection process must submit a written request with documentation at least five business days prior to the date of need of the accommodation via e-mail to: College of the Redwoods Human Resources at HR@Redwoods.edu.

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