Financecolombia
Associate Infant/Toddler Teacher
Financecolombia, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Associate Infant/Toddler Teacher
Union Township Community Action Organization
Cape Community Association for Pre‑School
The Associate Infant/Toddler Teacher will guide children throughout the day, assist in providing quality, comprehensive child development services to preschool children and their families, and encourage parental involvement in educational planning, goal setting and center activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES
Interacting with Children
Facilitates interactions and learning experiences individually or in small groups to ensure optimal engagement for young children during activities, transitions, and personal care routines.
Prioritizes adult‑child interactions, personal care routines, classroom environment, and familial cultural practices to develop intentional, child‑led learning.
Facilitates center team support for the provision of specialized services for children with identified special needs in the classroom.
Follows written policies and procedures for personal care routines such as feeding, diapering, toileting, hand‑washing, and safe sleep.
Uses CSEFEL strategies to guide children’s behavior with an emphasis on co‑regulation strategies to assist children with managing strong emotions and behaviors.
Prioritizes health and safety of children at all times, demonstrating a strong understanding of adult‑child ratios and active supervision strategies.
Assessing Children
Observes children in all developmental domains and documents observations according to policy and procedures within the identified timelines.
Conducts 45‑day developmental screenings and three developmental assessments (DRDP‑2015) for each child.
Ensures that the timelines of 30, 45, and 90 days are met upon enrollment dates (e.g., home visits, mental health notes, developmental screenings, ASQ‑3, ASQ‑SE, transition plans, and vision & hearing screenings).
Curriculum Preparation
Develops curriculum plans with experiences based on children’s emerging interests and developmental stages using the Program for Infant/Toddler Care (PITC) guidelines.
Creates and implements developmentally appropriate experiences tailored to children’s interests and needs.
Develops Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) for each child based on observations, screenings, parent input, and the DRDP‑2015 assessment results.
Aligns curriculum plans and experiences with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and CA Infant/Toddler Learning and Development Foundations.
Communication with Parents
Collaborates with Family Support Specialists to support families in managing specific needs, advocating for parents, and encouraging parent involvement in the program.
Partners with families on incorporating children’s home cultural practices/traditions in the classroom, promoting diversity and inclusivity.
Informs parents about daily classroom routine, expectations, policies, and volunteer opportunities.
Communicates with parents about incidents observed and recorded on‑site regarding their child.
Encourages and motivates parents to participate in all levels of the Head Start Program (e.g., classroom center committees, Parent‑Teacher Conferences, Policy Council, and other district and/or city‑wide committees).
Supervision
Assists volunteers and parents in working with children in the classroom with proper health practices, food handling, and child supervision.
Works closely with teachers to ensure the well‑being and safety of all children.
Counts children during and after transitions, communicates, and documents on board.
Understands emergency/safety procedures.
Administration
Ensures maintenance and filing of appropriate forms and documents in children’s files.
Assists in performing height and weight measurements of the children twice a year according to policy and procedure.
Completes monthly meal counts and daily attendance records for the Childcare Food Program according to MNC policies and procedures.
Tracks and completes daily forms including infant/toddler daily information form, infant safe‑sleep checklist, and other health and safety related documentation.
Classroom Maintenance
Maintains classroom equipment, work areas, student files/records, and ensures a safe and sanitary environment.
Cleans facilities, equipment, refrigerator, and playground area.
Assists in keeping labeled classroom areas and objects.
Sets up and serves meals and snacks to meet nutritional needs of students.
Responds to emergency situations promptly and directs appropriate personnel.
Professional Development
Develops an individualized professional development plan with the Campus Director/Supervisor annually to identify needed training and growth areas.
Participates in Practice‑based coaching cycles to improve teaching practices rooted in CLASS, CSEFEL, DRDP, and the PITC Framework.
Completes DRDP 2015 training and receives rater certification within 30 days of start date; enrolls in additional DRDP Instrument and Meaningful Observation training if necessary.
Enrolls in CA Social‑Emotional Foundations in Early Learning (CSEFEL) training when available.
Participates in PITC Curriculum Framework training within one year of start date.
Secondary Functions
Follows Head Start/CDE/CLD policies and procedures in reporting suspected child abuse in accordance with federal and state laws.
Attends meetings and/or workshops (e.g., staff/center meetings, in‑service sessions, training, and parent meetings).
Follows timekeeping policies and approves timesheet following payroll schedule.
Customer Services
Provides exceptional customer service and represents the company professionally.
Safety
Maintains personal safety, uses personal protection equipment (PPE), and follows company policies.
Reports all safety issues, accidents, or injuries to manager promptly.
Uses safety walk and carries one child at a time up and down stairs.
Effective Team Member
Interacts positively with team members and facilitates positive change.
Partners with supervisor to address department issues or concerns.
General Expectations
Prioritizes punctuality and attendance; high attendance expectations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Enrollment in an Associate’s Degree program in Early Childhood Development or related field highly preferred.
Experience: At least 1 year of professional experience working with infants/toddlers.
Required Certifications and Clearances:
State of California Child Development Associate Teacher Level Permit
Fingerprinting and Clearance (DOJ & FBI)
Child Abuse Index (CACI)
Current Physical Health Screening (every 2 years)
Current Immunizations (TB, Influenza, MMR, Pertussis) every 2 years
Current CPR & First Aid Certificate every 2 years
Registered with the Early Care & Education Workforce Registry and attends required trainings.
Language: Bilingual, bi‑literate preferred; English/Spanish or other language ability based on program needs.
Skills and Abilities:
Proficient with office equipment, record‑keeping systems, and related protocols.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Professional and tactful interpersonal skills, interacting with diverse personalities.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time‑management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and multi‑line phone system.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Demands: Sit ~40%, walk ~20%, stand ~40%; occasional lifting up to 30 lbs; reach with hands and arms; speaking and listening frequently.
We offer a competitive hourly rate ($35.06 – $37.08) in a supportive, community‑based environment. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) with 3% match, FSA, pet care, paid sick days, holidays, and vacation days.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer that welcomes diversity in the workplace and has a great company culture. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
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Cape Community Association for Pre‑School
The Associate Infant/Toddler Teacher will guide children throughout the day, assist in providing quality, comprehensive child development services to preschool children and their families, and encourage parental involvement in educational planning, goal setting and center activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES
Interacting with Children
Facilitates interactions and learning experiences individually or in small groups to ensure optimal engagement for young children during activities, transitions, and personal care routines.
Prioritizes adult‑child interactions, personal care routines, classroom environment, and familial cultural practices to develop intentional, child‑led learning.
Facilitates center team support for the provision of specialized services for children with identified special needs in the classroom.
Follows written policies and procedures for personal care routines such as feeding, diapering, toileting, hand‑washing, and safe sleep.
Uses CSEFEL strategies to guide children’s behavior with an emphasis on co‑regulation strategies to assist children with managing strong emotions and behaviors.
Prioritizes health and safety of children at all times, demonstrating a strong understanding of adult‑child ratios and active supervision strategies.
Assessing Children
Observes children in all developmental domains and documents observations according to policy and procedures within the identified timelines.
Conducts 45‑day developmental screenings and three developmental assessments (DRDP‑2015) for each child.
Ensures that the timelines of 30, 45, and 90 days are met upon enrollment dates (e.g., home visits, mental health notes, developmental screenings, ASQ‑3, ASQ‑SE, transition plans, and vision & hearing screenings).
Curriculum Preparation
Develops curriculum plans with experiences based on children’s emerging interests and developmental stages using the Program for Infant/Toddler Care (PITC) guidelines.
Creates and implements developmentally appropriate experiences tailored to children’s interests and needs.
Develops Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) for each child based on observations, screenings, parent input, and the DRDP‑2015 assessment results.
Aligns curriculum plans and experiences with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and CA Infant/Toddler Learning and Development Foundations.
Communication with Parents
Collaborates with Family Support Specialists to support families in managing specific needs, advocating for parents, and encouraging parent involvement in the program.
Partners with families on incorporating children’s home cultural practices/traditions in the classroom, promoting diversity and inclusivity.
Informs parents about daily classroom routine, expectations, policies, and volunteer opportunities.
Communicates with parents about incidents observed and recorded on‑site regarding their child.
Encourages and motivates parents to participate in all levels of the Head Start Program (e.g., classroom center committees, Parent‑Teacher Conferences, Policy Council, and other district and/or city‑wide committees).
Supervision
Assists volunteers and parents in working with children in the classroom with proper health practices, food handling, and child supervision.
Works closely with teachers to ensure the well‑being and safety of all children.
Counts children during and after transitions, communicates, and documents on board.
Understands emergency/safety procedures.
Administration
Ensures maintenance and filing of appropriate forms and documents in children’s files.
Assists in performing height and weight measurements of the children twice a year according to policy and procedure.
Completes monthly meal counts and daily attendance records for the Childcare Food Program according to MNC policies and procedures.
Tracks and completes daily forms including infant/toddler daily information form, infant safe‑sleep checklist, and other health and safety related documentation.
Classroom Maintenance
Maintains classroom equipment, work areas, student files/records, and ensures a safe and sanitary environment.
Cleans facilities, equipment, refrigerator, and playground area.
Assists in keeping labeled classroom areas and objects.
Sets up and serves meals and snacks to meet nutritional needs of students.
Responds to emergency situations promptly and directs appropriate personnel.
Professional Development
Develops an individualized professional development plan with the Campus Director/Supervisor annually to identify needed training and growth areas.
Participates in Practice‑based coaching cycles to improve teaching practices rooted in CLASS, CSEFEL, DRDP, and the PITC Framework.
Completes DRDP 2015 training and receives rater certification within 30 days of start date; enrolls in additional DRDP Instrument and Meaningful Observation training if necessary.
Enrolls in CA Social‑Emotional Foundations in Early Learning (CSEFEL) training when available.
Participates in PITC Curriculum Framework training within one year of start date.
Secondary Functions
Follows Head Start/CDE/CLD policies and procedures in reporting suspected child abuse in accordance with federal and state laws.
Attends meetings and/or workshops (e.g., staff/center meetings, in‑service sessions, training, and parent meetings).
Follows timekeeping policies and approves timesheet following payroll schedule.
Customer Services
Provides exceptional customer service and represents the company professionally.
Safety
Maintains personal safety, uses personal protection equipment (PPE), and follows company policies.
Reports all safety issues, accidents, or injuries to manager promptly.
Uses safety walk and carries one child at a time up and down stairs.
Effective Team Member
Interacts positively with team members and facilitates positive change.
Partners with supervisor to address department issues or concerns.
General Expectations
Prioritizes punctuality and attendance; high attendance expectations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Enrollment in an Associate’s Degree program in Early Childhood Development or related field highly preferred.
Experience: At least 1 year of professional experience working with infants/toddlers.
Required Certifications and Clearances:
State of California Child Development Associate Teacher Level Permit
Fingerprinting and Clearance (DOJ & FBI)
Child Abuse Index (CACI)
Current Physical Health Screening (every 2 years)
Current Immunizations (TB, Influenza, MMR, Pertussis) every 2 years
Current CPR & First Aid Certificate every 2 years
Registered with the Early Care & Education Workforce Registry and attends required trainings.
Language: Bilingual, bi‑literate preferred; English/Spanish or other language ability based on program needs.
Skills and Abilities:
Proficient with office equipment, record‑keeping systems, and related protocols.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Professional and tactful interpersonal skills, interacting with diverse personalities.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time‑management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and multi‑line phone system.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Demands: Sit ~40%, walk ~20%, stand ~40%; occasional lifting up to 30 lbs; reach with hands and arms; speaking and listening frequently.
We offer a competitive hourly rate ($35.06 – $37.08) in a supportive, community‑based environment. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) with 3% match, FSA, pet care, paid sick days, holidays, and vacation days.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer that welcomes diversity in the workplace and has a great company culture. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
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