ASSISTANT SUBSTITUTE (ON-CALL)

Job DetailsJob Location: EED Fairgrounds Center - Watsonville, CA 95076Position Type: On-CallSalary Range: $22.28 - $22.28 HourlyJob Shift: HOURS VARYCommunity Bridges envisions a thriving community where every person has the opportunity to unleash their full potential. Our family of ten programs delivers essential services, provides equitable access to resources, and advocates for health and dignity across every stage of life.     POSITION DESCRIPTION:  Under the supervision of the Teacher/Site Supervisor, provides instruction and supervision to preschool children at the center; performs related work as required.    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  As directed by a Teacher and/or Site Supervisor, provides guidance to small groups of preschool children in such areas as: self-concept, sensory awareness, problem solving, concept formation and muscle development.  Maintain an environment that fosters healthy emotional, social, cognitive and physical growth.  Supervises snack and lunch program.  Provides for the health and safety of the children.  Assists with the general clean up and for the opening/closing of the center.   Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service and early childhood education.  Communicates effectively and respectfully with parents, volunteers and other staff at the Center, including persons from different racial, cultural and ethnic groups and from different backgrounds and lifestyles.  Job descriptions are intended to be illustrative only; they are not designed to be restrictive or to define each and every assigned duty and responsibility. In an organization of this nature, each employee is expected to perform such duties as necessary to fulfill the stated goals of the agency.    We screen all applicants, require background checks on final candidates consistent with funding regulation requirements and are a Drug-Free Work Place.  UNION:  The assistant substitute position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit.  OTHER JOB DETAILS: This is a non-exempt, on-call position—hours vary.  This position is eligible for a $.40/$.10hr. bilingual/biliterate differential after passing a test administered by the Human Resources Department.    On-site attendance during scheduled work hours is required of this position.  QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  Knowledge of:  The methods and techniques of early childhood education;  Child psychology and development and of family life education; and  Child health and first aid.  Skill in:  Teaching and supervising preschool children;  Directing classroom activities; and  Working cooperatively with other staff, volunteers, parents and representatives of community organizations and agencies.  LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:  Within 30 days of hire, must provide verification that an evaluation of education requirements has been completed with a professional growth advisor or credentialing analyst.   Within 9 months of hire, must enroll in at least 3 units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) and show proof of a passing grade for those units.  Within 18 months of hire, must be able to obtain a Child Development Associate Teacher permit or higher issued by the CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The minimum requirements to obtain an Associate Teacher permit are as follows:  Must have 12 ECE units, including core courses in Child Growth Development, Child Family & Community, Child and Family Relations, and Curriculum (plus lab).  Must have at least 50 days of experience in paid or unpaid work in a child care setting in the previous 2 years. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.    Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, push, pull, and turn body quickly and get up and down from ground level frequently throughout the day.   Ability to stand for long periods of time.    Must provide transcripts of college courses prior to beginning employment.  Must be fingerprinted, complete a Child Abuse Index Check form, and be criminally cleared prior to beginning employment.  Must provide proof of current immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles prior to beginning employment.  Must undergo Health Screening and TB test within 7 days of employment.  Must provide valid CPR certification and Pediatric First Aid training certificate or be willing to obtain both within 30 days of employment.  Must sign a “Mandated Reporter” agreement, which mandates employee to report suspected child abuse.  Teachers working in infant rooms must have knowledge of PITC and RIE philosophies pertaining to infant care.   Proficiency in English is required, fluent bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.  OTHER REQUIREMENTS:    Must provide transcripts of college courses prior to beginning employment.  Must be fingerprinted, complete a Child Abuse Index Check form, and be criminally cleared prior to beginning employment.  Must provide proof of current immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles prior to beginning employment.  Must undergo Health Screening and TB test within 7 days of employment.  Must provide valid CPR certification and Pediatric First Aid training certificate or be willing to obtain both within 30 days of employment.  Must sign a “Mandated Reporter” agreement, which mandates employee to report suspected child abuse.  Teachers working in infant rooms must have knowledge of PITC and RIE philosophies pertaining to infant care.   Proficiency in English is required, fluent bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.