Early Childhood Education Associate (Part-time) Madera Community
College
Salary: $22.06 - $27.13 Hourly
Location: Madera Community College, CA
Job Type: Permanent
Division: MCC Science, Tech, Engineering, Math
Job Number: 2024CONTECEAMCCPT
Closing: Continuous
General Purpose
Under general supervision, assists in planning, implementing and
evaluating a daily curriculum of developmentally appropriate
activities for young children in a child development laboratory
school; assists in supervising children, at all times ensuring
their safety and well-being; models developmentally appropriate
educational techniques for Early Childhood Education (ECE)
students; and performs related duties as assigned.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the
various types of work that may be performed. The omission of
specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to
this class.
- Supervises and directly interacts with children both inside and
outside of the classroom, modelling developmentally appropriate
educational techniques for ECE students; assists in developing and
implementing curriculum and lesson plans; assists in developing and
implementing developmentally and culturally appropriate activities
and language experiences that meet the needs of children, families
and staff; models for children maintaining primary language and
culture while developing an understanding of new languages and
cultures.
- Develops and implements conflict management and problem-solving
strategies with children; assists children in identifying and
verbalizing concerns and issues and helps them identify compromises
and solutions to those issues.
- Assists with nutritional and food handling guidelines; utilizes
appropriate food handling procedures; follows all safety
precautions to avoid contamination or food spoilage and choking
hazards.
- Assists children with hygiene procedures as necessary; follows
universal health precautions; follows a written plan for dealing
with blood or bodily fluid spills; ensures that student aides
understand and follow plan procedures.
- Follows emergency procedures and provides first aid and CPR as
required; assists with all fire and emergency drills.
- Maintains accepted standards of cleanliness and sanitation of
all program facilities; assists in conducting inspections and
reports replacement/repair needs; monitors outdoor play areas to
ensure children cannot gain access to unsafe or unsupervised
areas.
- Assists in the observation and documentation as well as the
written assessment and evaluation of children's growth and
development; assists in and may participate in biannual parent
conferences.
- Maintains up-to-date records on children and/or families.
- Invites and encourages family participation in children's
activities after providing any necessary guidance; provides
information about community resources to parents and staff
regarding health, social services, mental health, developmental
and family support services.
- Follows procedures for child abuse reporting as mandated by
law.
- Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically
minoritized groups and participates in professional development
activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded
practices within the District.
OTHER DUTIES
- Assists in observing and mentoring ECE practicum students.
- Notifies the Lab School Manager/Coordinators regarding needs
for inventory replenishment of Lab School inventory of materials
and supplies.
- Participate in staff meetings, conferences, workshops and
training.
- Substitutes for absent staff members.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of child growth and development
including ages and stages of child development, developmental
assessment processes and methods for implementing developmentally
appropriate practices in a laboratory classroom.
- Current Desired Results (DRDP), Infant/Toddler Environmental
Rating Scale (ITERS) and/or Early Childhood Environmental Rating
Scale (ECERS).
- State of California Title 5 and Title 22 licensing requirements
and associated compliance requirements.
- NAEYC accreditation standards.
- The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other
District, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and policies
governing student admissions and records.
- Health, safety and nutrition requirements of young
children.
- Methods of observing, recording and evaluating both child and
adult behavior.
- Health and safety regulations for child care.
- Principles and procedures of pediatric emergency first aid and
CPR.
Skills and Abilities to:
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with children up
to five years of age.
- Participates in developing and implementing developmentally
appropriate, culturally sensitive and inclusive learning activities
for young children.
- Maintain confidentiality of child/family conversations, records
and reports.
- Effectively engage in interpersonal communications; negotiate
and resolve conflicts.
- Administer first aid and/or CPR to children as needed.
- Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups
by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive
service-oriented practices.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Operate a computer and standard business software.
- Work confidentially and with discretion.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all
those encountered in the course of work.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
An associate degree, preferably in child development, early
childhood education or a closely related field that is consistent
with the state Child Development Permit Matrix; and at least one
year of experience in a licensed early childhood education setting;
or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
For centers that provide care for infants less than 24 months of
age, additional units in infant/toddler development are
required.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER
REQUIREMENTS
A valid Teacher permit is required or proof of temporary
permit.
Current pediatric CPR & First Aid certifications from the
American Red Cross, American Heart Association or equivalent.
Proof of successful completion of Preventative Health and Safety
Training is required within 30 days of hire.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the
essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is
required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, sit (including on the floor
and/or in child-sized chairs), crouch and occasionally run.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move children, equipment
and child-sized furniture weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must be able to
talk or hear in a manner to properly supervise children in a
classroom and yard setting.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly
required to use written and oral communication skills; read and
interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve
problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new
information or skills; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work
with constant interruptions; and interact with District managers,
staff, the public and others encountered in the course of
work.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Employees work in early childhood classroom and outdoor yard spaces
with young children 24 months to five years old; exposure to bodily
fluids and odors; potential exposure to childhood communicable
diseases, hazardous chemicals, and stressful classroom situations,
including, but not limited, to children crying, yelling, and
screaming; contact with children, other staff and college students
on a daily basis. The employee may be required to travel to
locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work
schedule changes and requirements to work overtime.
Assessment Process
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONTo move forward in the
selection process, you must complete an online application through
our web site at
http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd.
Please attach to your application a copy of your transcripts
(including when degree was awarded) or your application may be
considered incomplete. Resumes may also be uploaded but cannot be
used in lieu of a completed application.
ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO
MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.
When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL
current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of
the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and
contact information for your supervisors. Experience that is
included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of
the application may not be considered for the purpose of
determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
All required documents must be submitted by the applicant.
Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you.
The State Center Community College District does not accept letters
of recommendation for classified positions. Please do not attempt
to attach letters of recommendation to your application.
To begin the process to obtain the necessary permits, you
may visit the following websites:
Child Development Permit
http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/CREDS/child-dev-permits.html
Fresno County Department of Education for a temporary permit
http://credentials.fcoe.org/
APPLICATION REVIEW AND ASSESSMENTS
The application review process includes an evaluation of training
and experience based on given application information and answers
to supplemental questionnaire. Only the most qualified applicants,
who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the
assessment process.
The assessment process will include an oral interview assessment
(50%) and a written prompt assessment (50%). Passing score is 75%
out of 100% for each assessment section. Candidates who are
unsuccessful in an assessment will be eligible to retest after 90
calendar days.
TESTING WILL BE SCHEDULED ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS.
The assessment process / assessment date is subject to change as
needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be
delivered via email to the address listed on your
application.
ELIGIBILITY LIST
Those applicants who pass the assessment will be placed on a Madera
Community College continuous eligibility list with ranks banded
within range 1-3. The Madera CommunityCollege continuous
eligibility list will be used to fill current vacancies in this
classification for at least one year.
PASSING THE ASSESSMENTS AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DO
NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in
the selection process must inform the State Center Community
College District Personnel Commission Department in writing no
later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those
applicants needing such accommodations should document this request
including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation
needed to participate in the selection process.
SCCCD is an equal opportunity employer committed to
fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the
diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to
join our District's purpose to support student success both locally
and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and
administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly
and equitably.To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd/jobs/4605514/early-childhood-education-associate-part-time-madera-community-college
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