Extended Day Program Teacher

BLANK AST 3 (004722)

UCPath Position ID: 40081909

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

910358

Approved Date:

12/10/2025 6:59:12 PM

Date Last Edited:

12/10/2025 6:59:09 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

12/9/2009

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1150O

Organization:

UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOLS

Division Code:

1151D

Division:

UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOLS DIV

Department:

008000 - UCLA LAB SCHOOL, CORINNE A SEEDS CAMPUS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40081909

Position Description ID

165338

UC Payroll Title:

BLANK AST 3 (004722)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

CX: Clerical & Allied Services

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40082872

Reports to Payroll Title:

ADMIN SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40926162

Department Head Payroll Title:

#N/A

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Teacher of the Extended Day Program (EDP) of UCLA Lab School within the Consortium of Schools in the School of Education & Information Studies (SE&IS) is responsible for the development and implementation of the curriculum for children enrolled in the program.  Primary responsibilities include curriculum implementation, supervision of children and teaching assistants, implement a safe and healthy learning environment, establish parental interactions, and plan daily activities.  The position also requires involvement in a research school environment.  There are daily interactions with various school personnel to promote the success of the children enrolled in the program.

Curriculum Development

A1. Plan, design and set up age appropriate activities in curriculum areas, such as, language arts, dramatic play, multicultural awareness, manipulative learning activities, arts and crafts, block play, organized games, science, and outdoor play to facilitate the after school program and meet the needs of the age groups served. (E)  A2. Involve assistants and volunteers in planning and supervising activities to build community and promote active participation in the program. (E)  A3. Plan and implement a daily schedule to include times for play, napping, eating, group activities, clean-up, opening and closing routines, homework and skill-building activities that contribute to student learning, responsibility, and respect for others and others' property. (E)  A4. Provide written plans to other staff members and parents in to order to increase communication of student activities and learning. (E)  A5. Implement the curriculum and supervise children on yards and indoor activities to meet the goals of the program. (E)  A6. Oversee and maintain the daily attendance and parent sign-out sheet to maintain accurate and up to date records. (E)  A7. Use appropriate teaching practices, which are culturally sensitive in order to meet children's emotional and cognitive needs. (E)  A8. Celebrate ethnic and cultural events and holidays that are significant to children and families and to develop learning opportunities for children. (E)  A9. Assess the developmental needs of individual children and set appropriate goals to develop children growth and development. (E)

35%

Supervision

B1. Assist Director of EDP with on-the-job training for part-time UCLA student employees to provide skills and knowledge in working with children. (E)  B2. Provide guidance and instruction for volunteers and student employees in the daily routines and procedures to maintain the quality of the program. (E)

10%

Safe and Healthy Environment

C1. Provide a secure, protective and healthy indoor and outdoor educational environment for children and to gain the support of parent body. (E)  C2. Maintain the organization of all areas, including yards, classrooms, kitchen and offices to assure the efficient use of space and materials. (E)  C3. Refer children who are ill or injured on the yard to the school nurse and administer minor first aid to children under the direction of the school health specialist. (E)  C4. Maintain certification of first aid and C.P.R. to remain current and informed in the event of an emergency and/or the need to administer first aid treatment. (E)  C5. Meet with school health specialists to discuss medical issues of children to remain informed of the needs and requirements of specific children. (E)  C6. Coordinate with school nurse to dispense medicine to children prescribed by a physician and only when needed. (E)  C7. Coordinate with the Operations Coordinator to ensure all toys and equipment meets safety standards. (E)

15%

Parent Interactions

D1. Maintain effective and cooperative teacher/parent relationships to keep parents informed of academic, behavioral, emotional, and physiological progress and activities. (E)  D2. Orient parents and assist parents and children with separation issues to develop independence and confidence within a school setting. (E)  D3. Interact daily with parents and give brief accounts of children's experiences, answer questions regarding homework and/or behaviors to increase communications and provide support. (E)  D4. Conduct parent conferences as needed to discuss child's needs and progress and to enhance the home/school connection. (E)  D5. Refer parents to appropriate school and social service programs to provide resources to parent community. (E)  D6. Assist with the organization of yearly open house and end of the year events to develop family relationships. (E)  D7. Support the Director in efforts to establish parent and volunteer involvement in the classroom and to increase parents' awareness of program objectives. (E)

15%

Administrative Responsibilities

E1. Contribute to the planning process in regards to staffing, curriculum and philosophy, use of playground, and monitoring of the budget to meet the program goals. (E)  E2. Meet regularly with classroom teachers to discuss academic and social needs to meet the needs of children served in the program. (E)  E3. Meet with various school personnel (teachers, nurse, principal) to discuss children with special needs and assist in the development of individual education plan for school success. (E)  E4. Interface with UCLA researchers to facilitate the implementation of research projects in the Extended Day Program to contribute to the research mission of the school. (E)  E5. Maintain inventories of classroom supplies, curriculum materials and place orders for supplies and materials to maintain smooth operation of the program. (E)  E6. Document parent conferences, attendance, schedules, emergency files and procedures for school personnel review. (E)  E7. Participate and contribute in the planning of staff meetings to build a comprehensive program. (E)  E8. Attend and actively participate in weekly staff meetings to maintain communications and understand operations. (E)  E9. Work cooperatively with all Extended Day personnel to coordinate and develop an overall program for the children. (E)  E10. Attend classes, seminars and conferences to gain professional development growth. (E)

25%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma

Required

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred

Skill in writing grammatically correct lesson plans and curriculum unites for children 4 to 12 years of age. Skill to interact with 4 to 12 year old children to promote a positive and stimulating educational environment.

Required

Skill to clearly read aloud documents written in standard English in individual or small group settings using text such   as Early Childhood curriculum and children's books.

Required

Ability to work and speak to people of various social, cultural, economic, and educational background to welcome and establish good working relationships with staff, parents, and children. Skill in speaking clearly and simply to convey information to children and parents

Required

Working experience as a teacher in a school-age program.  Skill in working with other school personnel and outside researchers.

Required

Ability to apply Early Childhood theory and approaches to relevant classroom teaching for children, 4 to 12 years old. Organizational skills to establish daily routines for children at set times for reoccurring activities and events.

Required

Working knowledge of parent conferencing to develop collaborative and cooperative relationships, discuss child's progress and respond to questions.

Required

Ability to follow written instructions from a physician in exact detail when explicitly authorized to dispense medicine.

Required

Ability to create and maintain organizational procedures, including attendance, supply and material inventories, documentation of parent conferences, behavior logs, etc. Ability to create and maintain inventory of curriculum materials and equipment for classroom use.

Required

CPR and first aid certification from American Red Cross or other accredited organization

Required

Working knowledge of environmental health and safety policy/procedure sufficient to identify, remedy, or bring to the supervisor's attention issues that may affect children's physical or psychological health.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.