Teacher 1

CHILD DEV CTR TEACHER 1 (004107)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT312000-JC004107-PD168260

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

600809

Approved Date:

11/14/2024 2:56:21 PM

Date Last Edited:

11/14/2024 2:54:45 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

7/9/2021

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-JC004107-PD168260

Position Description ID

168260

UC Payroll Title:

CHILD DEV CTR TEACHER 1 (004107)

Business Title:

Teacher 1

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:

40046292

Reports to Payroll Title:

EARLY CHILDHOOD SITE CRD 4

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40957034

Department Head Payroll Title:

ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATOR VII

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Lead Director and Director, work cooperatively with the classroom teaching team to coordinate the child care program in one classroom for children two months to five years old, and their parents.  Maintain program quality, adhering to Title 22 and Title 5 regulations, and accreditation standards for the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). 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

 • Work eight hours daily, collaborating with teaching team to initiate, plan and implement program for children.

 • Collaborate with teaching team to set up appropriate activities daily in curriculum areas such as language arts, dramatic play, multicultural awareness, DEI, manipulative toys, arts and crafts, block play, motor skills, problem solving, science, nutrition and outdoor play.

 • Collaborate with teaching team to plan and carry out a developmentally appropriate daily schedule that includes times for indoor and outdoor play, rest, toileting, eating, problem solving and nurturing.

 • Make written classroom plans available to staff, parents and other authorized participants, such as the Plan of Possibilities and Newsletters.

 • Support on-the-job training and orientation for classroom personnel. 

 • Collaborate with teaching team to maintain a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment for children and participating adults within guidelines established by State licensing and Title V regulations.

 • Supporting opening and closing routines each day and support clean-up and transition routines for changing activities throughout the day.

 • Administer CPR and first aid to injured or ill children.

 • Assist children in cleaning themselves; bathe/diaper infants and older infants 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 and interact daily with parents; give brief reports of child's experience in pertinent areas.

 • Hold impromptu conferences at parents' request when appropriate.

 • Prepare written reports of parent conferences, prepare written and online reports of child observations and prepare written evaluations of each child's development and progress prior to parent conferences. Observe and document children with developmental delays and challenging behavior, work with the administrative and teaching teams to provide support in the assessment process and implementation of strategies.

85%

Work Cooperatively

with Child Care

Center Staff

• Attend weekly staff meeting with teaching team.

 • Attend meetings as assigned by the director. Participate in parent conferences with teaching team.

 • Participate in organizing and directing parent workshops.

 • Work with teaching team to involve parents in volunteer activities.

 • Maintain an up-to-date inventory of classroom supplies and curriculum materials and communicate with teaching team in advance when replacements are needed. Participate in ordering of essential items and materials for the classroom.

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

in 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

1-3 years

In the field of early childhood education

Required

CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing Continued - 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

Preferred

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

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

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.