Early Head Start Teacher Floater - Part-Time

About ECS / Why work for us?

We want you to apply because we believe everyone can make a positive impact. By joining ECS, you will directly improve the lives of children and their families and those facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders in San Diego. Your unique skillset will be embraced as we work to break systemic barriers and create a more equitable society. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others!

Mission : Our mission is to break barriers and transform communities through programs rooted in our tradition of action and faith in God.

Purpose : Our purpose is to cultivate a strong, vibrant, and just San Diego region.

Vision : Our overall vision is to have an abundant and equitable society where all have unlimited potential.

Core Values : Belonging – Respect – Empowerment – Exploration – Stewardship

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Early Head Start Teacher Floater will support the various administrative and day-to-day operations of the Early Head Start classrooms. This includes, but is not limited to curriculum implementation, school readiness goals, coordination of volunteers in the classroom, promotion of a positive self-image for each child, assurance of the safety of all children, child assessments, and home visits. The Early Head Start Teacher Floater child ratio is 1 : 4 and classroom enrollment is from eight (8) to sixteen (16) children. This is a modified-traditional position. This position is scheduled to work approximately 30 hours per week / 6 hours a day.

• State of California Child Development Permit required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

CORE COMPETENCIES : Knowledge

Interpersonal

Skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

AA Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), or Child Development (CD) or related field, including 6 college units in Infant / Toddler Development / Curriculum. Experience working in an Infant / Toddler childcare setting is a plus.

OR

24 ECE / CD Units including three (3) Infant / Toddler units and an additional three (3) Infant / Toddler units completed within one year of date of hire. Experience : minimum six (6) months experience in an Infant / Toddler preschool classroom environment.

LANGUAGE :

Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.

OTHER / SPECIAL :

Must be at least 18 years of age. Excellent oral and written skills. Ability to pass a physical examination and tuberculin skin test. Meet the State of California immunization requirement for employees of day care centers, immunization proof against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Fingerprint clearance and criminal record including sex offender registry check required. Verification of current driver's license and insurance required for personal car usage. State of California Child Development Permit required.

PHYSICAL :

Lifting Requirement : Up to 25 pounds.

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