Lead Teacher

CHILD DEV CTR TEACHER 2 LD (007562)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT312000-JC007562-PD168268

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

601575

Approved Date:

11/14/2024 3:21:41 PM

Date Last Edited:

11/14/2024 3:21:30 PM

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-JC007562-PD168268

Position Description ID

168268

UC Payroll Title:

CHILD DEV CTR TEACHER 2 LD (007562)

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:

40057776

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 Lead Director and Director, in collaboration with the assistant lead teacher and classroom teachers, provide direction for curriculum development in ongoing improvement of teaching practices in one or more assigned classrooms. 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 supervisory staff to coordinate child care program. Act quickly and appropriately in hazardous situations, providing first aid in emergencies.

Coordinate program for children and parents

 • Coordinate program for children and parents in the classroom. Work with classroom staff 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

 • Initiate, plan and implement program for children by facilitating a collaborative planning process with other teaching staff, working together to plan and supervise children's activities

 • Take responsibility for supporting teaching teams to plan and set up appropriate activities daily in curriculum areas such as language arts, dramatic play, multicultural awareness, manipulative toys, arts and crafts, block play, problem solving, science, nutrition and outdoor play

 • Mentor and support other teachers to plan and carry out a developmentally appropriate daily schedule that includes times for play, rest, toileting, eating, problem solving and nurturing

 • Ensure that written plans are made, available to staff, parents, and other authorized participants and curriculum plans and daily schedules are posted

 • Orient new classroom teaching staff; provide or ensure provision of on-the-job training for all personnel in the classroom and

 • Welcome and orient parents of children who are new to the group; assist parents and children in the separation process; support teaching team in planning and problem-solving to enhance quality

 • Establish a regular staff meeting schedule and conduct meetings for classroom staff

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

 • Establish an opening and closing routine for each day in collaboration with teaching teams

 • Ensure that developmentally appropriate activities are provided throughout the day

 • Facilitate the establishment of 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; support teaching team when challenges arise

 • Interact daily with parents and give brief reports of the child's experience in pertinent areas; provide guidance for other teachers regarding parent communication, as needed

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

 • Hold impromptu conferences at parents' request when appropriate

 • Participate in parent education meetings and workshops

 • Oversee or perform recordkeeping duties as required by state agencies (Licensing, California Department of Education (CDE), California Department of Social Services (CDSS) and the Child Nutrition Division) 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; provide feedback and guidance for other teachers as needed

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

85%

Work cooperatively to coordinate overall program for children

 • Work cooperatively with other child care center staff to coordinate overall program for children two months to five years old

 • Attend required staff meetings with the lead director, director and other staff

 • Attend other meetings as assigned by the lead director and director, including but not limited to: age group meetings, parent meetings; meetings with professional consultants

 • Participate in planning with the lead director, director and other staff in areas such as philosophy, staff scheduling, nutritional needs, curriculum, purchase of supplies and equipment, use of playground, bathroom and other shared space

 • Participate in organizing parent workdays

 • Work with lead director and director to involve parents in volunteer activities

 • Participate in fund-raising events

 • Ensure that classroom teams maintain an up-to-date inventory of classroom supplies and curriculum materials and place orders in advance when replacements are needed

 • Participate in planning of teacher in-service workshops

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

 • Ensure timely completion of online assessments and other evaluations of children's development

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 or Early Childhood Education

Preferred

AA (or 60 units) with 24 ECE/CD units (incl. core); + 6 units administration; + 2 units adult supervision

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

Eligible for the CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing - Site Supervisor 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 and the 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

Ability to use computer, including Outlook, Word, Excel and internet to create reports, parent conferences, send emails, and use DRDP and other assessment tools

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".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Krieger, Fernald and 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

Other Mental Requirements

If "Mental demands other" was selected above, please explain:

to support and manage the social and emotional needs of children

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.