Early Childhood Education Associate Teacher
Job Description
Position Title
Early Childhood Education Associate TeacherSpecial Instructions to Applicants
NOTE: New employees will be placed at the first step which is $39,924 per year, second step $41,952 per year or third step at $44,064 per year (depending upon experience). Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on annual basis, until the maximum step of $48,648 per year is reached on the salary schedule.
This is a “limited term” position.
This is a “limited term” position.
Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.
The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.
Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.
Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.
The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.
If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.
The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.
Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.
Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.
The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.
If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.
Recruitment Type:
Open (Internal and External applicants)Location
Contra Costa CollegePosting Number
0002073# of Openings
1Range
38Salary
YEARLY: $39,924, step 1 - $48,648, step 5 (see special instructions for initial step placement)Position Status
TemporaryOvertime Status
Non-Exempt (eligible)Position
Full-TimeIf temporary, employment duration:
Through August 31, 2029# of Hours Scheduled Per Week
40Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
Monday through Friday,
8 hours per day during business hours of 7:30AM-6:00PM
8 hours per day during business hours of 7:30AM-6:00PM
Shift Differential %
N/A# of Months
11Non-work Periods:
N/AEEO Job Category
Clerical/SecretarialEmployee Group
ClassifiedDepartment
C8024-Early Learning CenterPosition Definition
Positions in this classification are responsible to provide care, supervision, and teaching of preschool, infant/toddler age, or school-age children in an Early Childhood Education center. An Associate Teacher supports the teacher and master teacher with curriculum.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Early Childhood Associate Teacher – An Associate Teacher supports the Teacher and Master Teacher with curriculum and classroom operations.
Early Childhood Teacher – The Early Childhood Teacher assists in planning the curriculum and supports mentoring students. Positions in this classification are distinguished from the Associate Teacher by leadership responsibilities and more complex curriculum planning.
Early Childhood Specialist – The Specialist is responsible for the planning, organization, and preparation of all classroom operations. In collaboration with department faculty, the Specialist provides specific and specialized mentoring and training to Early Childhood Education students and volunteers.
Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Teaches, supervises, nurtures, and guides preschool, infant/toddler age, or school-age children.
- Follows health and safety procedures in assisting children with daily routines including mealtimes, toileting, napping, greetings, and departures.
- Maintains each area of the center in a clean, orderly, and safe state.
- Participates in the assessment of children.
- Serves children and parents in a helpful, empathetic, and professional manner.
- Helps Teacher and Master Teacher in supporting lab students and engages in observations.
- Engages in playtime with children while supervising them.
- Attends regular staff meetings and staff development sessions.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Six months (50 days) of experience of at least three hours per day working with preschool, infant/toddler, or school-age children in an early childhood educational program.
EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
- Meet the qualifications for Child Development Associate Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing.
- Twelve (12) units in early childhood education addressing core course requirements as specified in California Community Care Licensing (Title 22).
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, current infant/child CPR and first aid certificates.
- Fingerprint clearance for all appropriate agencies including FBI, Department of Justice, and Child Abuse Index Services.
Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of
Knowledge of:
- Child development and basic psychology.
- Current state licensing requirements, early childhood education professional ethics, and mandated child abuse reporting guidelines.
Minimum Qualification-Skill To
Skill to:
- Teach, supervise, and guide children.
- Assist in the organization and direction of the classroom and outside activities.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Serve children and parents in a helpful, empathetic, and professional manner.
- Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
- Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.
Minimum Qualification-Ability To
N/A
Desirable Qualifications
- Has completed 24 units in Early Childhood Education, including at least 3 units in an infant and toddler course.
- 1 year experience working in an early childhood classroom; infants, toddlers or preschoolers.
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate observation and assessment techniques
- Has experience working with diverse populations.
Job Open Date:
09/24/2024Job Close Date:
10/29/2024Open Until Filled
NoForeign Degree and Credit Statement:
In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.
Employee Benefits:
Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.
Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.
Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).
Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.
Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)
For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:
Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf
Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf
Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.
Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).
Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.
Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)
For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:
Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf
Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf
POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP)
All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant’s satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.
ADA Accommodations:
In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to slever@4cd.edu. For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.
COVID-19 Information
N/A
Quicklink
https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/10809Diversity Statement
It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
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