CDCA

CHILD DEV CTR AST (004108)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT312000-JC004108-PD168261

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1000386

Approved Date:

5/14/2025 7:00:27 PM

Date Last Edited:

5/14/2025 7:00:20 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

7/1/2023

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-JC004108-PD168261

Position Description ID

168261

UC Payroll Title:

CHILD DEV CTR AST (004108)

Business Title:

CDCA

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

CLOSE SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent is assigned duties according to specific procedures. Work is checked frequently, and in addition there may be formal training.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Lead Director and Director, work cooperatively with other supervisory staff to coordinate child care program for children and parents in one classroom for children two months to five years old.  Maintain program quality, adhering to Title 22 State licensing regulations, Title 5 Exemplary Program Standards and NAEYC accreditation standards.  Maintain a healthy indoor and outdoor environment.  Act quickly and appropriately in hazardous situations, providing first aid in emergencies.

Assist to Coordinate Classroom Program

 • Support teaching team to implement program for children

 • Under direction of the supervising teacher, set up appropriate activities daily in curriculum areas

 • Carry out a developmentally appropriate daily schedule (includes time for play, rest, toileting, eating, problem solving and nurturing)

 • Assist children in personal hygiene; bathe/diaper infants and toddlers when appropriate

 • Support teaching team to maintain a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment for children and participating adults within guidelines established by relevant regulatory agencies

 • Assist in opening and closing routines each day

 • Assist with clean-up and transition routines throughout the day

 • Administer first aid to injured or ill children

 • Participate in classroom staff meetings

 • Assist with curriculum development and DRDP assessments and observations

100%

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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

Associate's Degree

Child Development

Preferred

12 ECE units

Required

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

Required

1-3 years

In the field of early childhood education

Preferred

CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing - Associate 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

Required

Ability to read English text of children's stories

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 six years old 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 in the absence of Lead and Assistant Lead teachers

Required

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

Required

Skill in resolving conflict with children and adults

Required

Physical ability to lift and carry children 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, Fernald or University Village Centers

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.