Assistant Lead Teacher

CHILD DEV CTR TEACHER 2 (004105)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT312000-JC004105-PD168252

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

601728

Approved Date:

6/10/2024 9:56:03 AM

Date Last Edited:

6/10/2024 9:55:42 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

7/2/2020

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1150O

Organization:

UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOLS       

Division Code:

1151D

Division:

UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOLS DIV   

Department:

312000 - EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT312000-JC004105-PD168252

Position Description ID

168252

UC Payroll Title:

CHILD DEV CTR TEACHER 2 (004105)

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:

40038836

Reports to Payroll Title:

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUC SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40957034

Department Head Payroll Title:

ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATOR VII

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

0

POSITION SUMMARY

Under supervision of the Center Director, in collaboration with the assigned lead teacher and classroom teachers, coordinate classroom program for children and parents in one classroom for children 2 months to 5 years old, assuming responsibility for classroom. Maintain program quality, adhering to Title 22 State licensing regulations, Title 5 Exemplary Program Standards, and NAEYC Accreditation standards. Complete children's assessments using Desired Results Developmental Progress (DRDP) and other online assessment tools. Maintain a healthy indoor and outdoor environment.  Work cooperatively with parents and with supervisory staff to coordinate child care program. Act quickly and appropriately in hazardous situations, providing first aid in emergencies.

Coordinate classroom program

 • Coordinate program for children and parents in the classroom.  Work with lead teacher to maintain program quality as outlined in the Exemplary Program Standards (CA State Department of Education, 1992) and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation criteria

 • Work eight hours daily, incorporating planning time and parent conferences

 • Collaborate with classroom teaching team and partner lead teacher to initiate, plan and implement program for children

 • Plan, mentor and set up appropriate activities daily in curriculum areas such as language arts, dramatic play, multi-cultural awareness, manipulative toys, arts and crafts, block play, motor skills, problem solving, science, nutrition and outdoor play

 • Collaborate with all classroom staff in planning and supervising children's activities

 • Plan and carry out a developmentally appropriate daily schedule that includes times for play, rest, toileting, eating, problem solving and nurturing in lead teacher's absence

 • Make written classroom plans available to staff, parents, and other authorized participants

 • Supervise activities of classroom assistants and aides, and support orientation of new teaching staff to the classroom, training teacher aides and students

 • Participate in all classroom meetings

 • Maintain a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment for children and participating adults within guidelines established by State licensing regulations

 • Coordinate teaching team in establishing opening and closing routines for each day following center guidelines

 • Set up developmentally-appropriate activities throughout the day

 • Establish clean-up and transition routines for changing activities throughout the day

 • Administer first aid to injured or ill children

 • Assist children in cleaning themselves; bathe and diaper infants and toddlers when appropriate

 • Establish an effective and cooperative relationship with parents of children in the group

 • Welcome and orient parents of children who are new to the group; assist these parents and children in the separation process

 • Interact daily with parents; give brief reports of child's experience in pertinent areas

 • Preschool teachers: attend scheduled parent conferences each year with the parents of each child to discuss the child's needs and progress. Infant/toddler teachers: attend quarterly Needs and Services Conferences with parents

 • Hold impromptu conferences at parents' request when appropriate

 • Participate in parent education meetings and workshops

 • Work with teaching team in recordkeeping duties as required by state agencies - child care licensing, Child Development Division and Child Nutrition Services, and UCLA

 • Prepare written reports of parent conferences

 • Prepare written and online reports of child observations, DRDP and other online assessments

 • Prepare written evaluations of each child's development and progress prior to parent conferences

 • Supervise parents in completing daily records of their child's attendance

85%

Work cooperatively with child care center staff

 • Work cooperatively with other Child Care Center staff to coordinate overall program for children two months to five years old

 • Complete a count three times daily of children eating snacks and meals (for centers with State nutrition program)

 • Attend required staff meetings with director and other supervisory staff

 • Attend meetings as assigned by the director, including but not limited to: age group meetings, meetings with professional consultants. Participate in parent conferences

 • Facilitate and support ongoing communication between supervisory staff and classroom staff

 • Participate in organizing and directing parent workdays

 • Involve parents in volunteer activities

 • Maintain an up-to-date inventory of classroom supplies and curriculum materials and communicate with lead teacher in advance when replacements are needed

 • Continue professional development, staying current with new information in Early Childhood Education by reading professional literature, membership in professional organizations, attending conferences and workshops

15%

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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

Bachelor's Degree

Child Development

Preferred

24 ECE Units

Required

Knowledge of child development theory and best practices in early childhood group care and education.

Required

For positions in infant classrooms, at least three units of coursework in Infant Development

Required

Minimum 3 years

In the field of early childhood education

Required

CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing Continued - Master Teacher level teaching (or higher) permit

Required

Ability to speak English to be understood by young children, staff and parents and as required for food preparation and ability to read English text of children's stories

Required

Ability to write English for preparing written reports on conferences, child observations and staff evaluations

Required

Ability to use kitchen utensils and appliances safely and appropriately for preparation of meals

Required

Ability to understand and follow instructions regarding set-up and supervision of activities and preparation of food

Required

Ability to relate to children ages two months to five years as required for supervision of indoor and outdoor activities, toileting, meals, snacks and nap time

Required

Ability to act quickly and appropriately in hazardous situations to prevent accidents and to provide first aid in emergency situations

Required

Ability to direct classroom staff in overall program

Required

Ability to train support staff through role modeling and verbal explanation

Required

Ability to work cooperatively with other staff in total child care program

Required

Skill in resolving problems in the face of conflict with children and adults

Required

Physical ability to lift and carry children and objects up to 40 pounds when necessary (frequent lifting)

Required

Certified in pediatric CPR and first aid

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.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

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

Tdap Pertussis Vaccine: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation within 10 years.

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

Prior to employment, completion of the Mandated Reporter Training : https://mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers and Pesticide Training https://online2.cce.csus.edu/dpr/login/index.php

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Krieger Center, Fernald Center and University Village Center

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

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

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

Communication skills

X

Numerical skills

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 1: Position in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, potential spills, and splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every employee in this position.