SCCCD
Instructor/Coordinator, Child Development Center (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Fresn
SCCCD, Fresno, California, United States, 93650
Posting Details
Posting Number: AA2025-2049
Title: Instructor/Coordinator, Child Development Center (Full-Time, Tenure-Track)
Campus: Fresno City College
Start Date: 07/01/2026
Essential Functions of Position At Fresno City College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate an understanding of the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners.
Equity‑Minded Criteria
Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices.
Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility.
Encourage positive race‑consciousness and embrace human difference.
Support institutional practices that develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments.
Strategically build support for and participation in equity‑related initiatives across internal and external communities.
Responsibilities
Teach a full schedule of developmental and transfer‑level Child Development courses as assigned.
Assist in the planning, coordination, directing, and supervising the activities and staff of the Child Development Center.
Supervise the laboratory experience of child development students in a developmentally appropriate demonstration site environment for preschool and toddler age children.
Coordinate student observation and participation.
Develop program goals for children, parents, and students.
Administer the daily requirements of the Child Development Center.
Supervise the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Administer all state, local, and federal categorical grant programs; prepare applications for child‑care funding and early child‑care and education program management.
Assure maintenance of a physical environment that conforms to the State Department of Social Services licensing standards of health and safety.
Conduct center inspections to assure compliance.
Communicate with parents, staff, and administrators related to center operations and student progress.
Discuss issues or concerns with parents.
Enroll children, maintain appropriate records in compliance with district requirements, licensing regulations, and other legal provisions.
Ensure availability of appropriate materials and equipment for staff and children’s use.
Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances, such as computer software applications, to perform duties efficiently.
Train, supervise, evaluate, and direct the work of the center staff.
Coordinate and support relationships for inclusion with collaborating onsite agencies.
Coordinate and conduct staff meetings and in‑service training.
Assist in the placement, guidance, and supervision of students from instructional programs.
Participate in appropriate professional development activities.
Participate in institutional activities including staff development.
Meet regularly with discipline/division peers.
Participate on community advisory committees related to early care and education initiatives.
Prepare grant proposals for external funding to support center operations.
Serve on and attend department, college, and district committees as needed.
Participate in program review, student learning outcome development, and assessment to improve student learning.
Teach assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, online or off‑campus, and large‑group instruction classes; may include off‑campus instruction at local high schools for dual enrollment.
Fulfill all duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and its relevance to equity‑minded practice within the classroom.
Master’s in child development, early childhood education, human development, home economics/family and consumer studies with a specialization in child development/early childhood education or educational psychology with a specialization in child development/early childhood education.
OR Bachelor’s in any of the above subjects and Master’s in social work, educational supervision, elementary education, special education, psychology, bilingual/bicultural education, life management/home economics, family life studies, or family and consumer studies.
OR a valid California Community College Credential.
OR the equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).
Special requirements: a California Child Development Program’s Director’s Permit or the ability to obtain a permit within six months of hire.
Note:
If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility.
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion shape participation and outcomes.
Willingness to examine and remediate instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students.
Related work and professional experience.
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, including disabled students.
Proficient in computers and other technologies used to provide high‑quality instruction and support to students.
Effective communication skills with students and staff.
Knowledge of the community college mission and goals.
Experience teaching and administering in licensed early‑care and education programs.
Knowledge of child development, early childhood curriculum, inclusive practice, teaching methods and techniques.
Knowledge or certification in online teaching.
Knowledge of applicable state licensing regulations, child‑care food programs, health and safety regulations, and categorical grant programs.
Knowledge and experience with Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC), NAEYC Accreditation, and community care licensing.
Ability to navigate agreements with collaborating agencies.
Knowledge of multilingual learner strategies for young children and adults.
Knowledge of the CLASS observation tool.
Knowledge and experience administering California Department of Social Services programs (CSPP, CCTR).
Experience collaborating with community partners.
Conditions of Employment 210 duty days per year. Duty days prorated based on start of assignment. Salary and benefits: starting annual salary $71,054 – $108,772 depending on education and experience. Annual doctoral stipend $2,419 available. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents, life insurance. Employee is a member of CalSTRS.
Selection Procedure and Interviews Applications screened by Human Resources for completeness and minimum qualifications. From qualified applicants, a selection advisory committee reviews candidates based on minimum and desirable qualifications and selects those invited to interview.
First Level Interviews: week of TBD Final Interviews: week of TBD
Interview committee rates responses, teaching demonstration, and writing prompt. Small number of applicants selected as recommended candidates forwarded to Vice President and College President for final interviews. Hiring recommendation forwarded to Board of Trustees for final approval.
EEO Statement 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 locally and globally.
SCCCD EEO Plan.
Submission of Application Submission of application and related materials is the applicant’s responsibility and must be submitted through the district’s online applicant portal. The district reserves the right to re‑advertise or delay indefinitely the filling of a position if the applicant pool is inadequate or funding is not available. All application materials subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment.
Additional Information Full‑time, tenure‑track position. The district may fill more than one position from this pool.
About the College As the very first community college in California, Fresno City College has a proud history of leadership in education and preparing generations of students for their future. Fresno City College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion among faculty, staff, and students. The college takes responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for all students.
Mission, Vision, Core Values Mission:
Provide access to equity‑centered, quality, innovative educational programs and support services.
Vision:
Build upon an equity‑centered mission and normalize a culture of racial equity and anti‑racism.
Core Values:
Equity‑Mindedness, Social Justice, Sustainable Social and Economic Mobility.
Open Date 01/13/2026 Close Date 03/05/2026 Closing Time 11:59 p.m.
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Essential Functions of Position At Fresno City College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate an understanding of the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners.
Equity‑Minded Criteria
Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices.
Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility.
Encourage positive race‑consciousness and embrace human difference.
Support institutional practices that develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments.
Strategically build support for and participation in equity‑related initiatives across internal and external communities.
Responsibilities
Teach a full schedule of developmental and transfer‑level Child Development courses as assigned.
Assist in the planning, coordination, directing, and supervising the activities and staff of the Child Development Center.
Supervise the laboratory experience of child development students in a developmentally appropriate demonstration site environment for preschool and toddler age children.
Coordinate student observation and participation.
Develop program goals for children, parents, and students.
Administer the daily requirements of the Child Development Center.
Supervise the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Administer all state, local, and federal categorical grant programs; prepare applications for child‑care funding and early child‑care and education program management.
Assure maintenance of a physical environment that conforms to the State Department of Social Services licensing standards of health and safety.
Conduct center inspections to assure compliance.
Communicate with parents, staff, and administrators related to center operations and student progress.
Discuss issues or concerns with parents.
Enroll children, maintain appropriate records in compliance with district requirements, licensing regulations, and other legal provisions.
Ensure availability of appropriate materials and equipment for staff and children’s use.
Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances, such as computer software applications, to perform duties efficiently.
Train, supervise, evaluate, and direct the work of the center staff.
Coordinate and support relationships for inclusion with collaborating onsite agencies.
Coordinate and conduct staff meetings and in‑service training.
Assist in the placement, guidance, and supervision of students from instructional programs.
Participate in appropriate professional development activities.
Participate in institutional activities including staff development.
Meet regularly with discipline/division peers.
Participate on community advisory committees related to early care and education initiatives.
Prepare grant proposals for external funding to support center operations.
Serve on and attend department, college, and district committees as needed.
Participate in program review, student learning outcome development, and assessment to improve student learning.
Teach assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, online or off‑campus, and large‑group instruction classes; may include off‑campus instruction at local high schools for dual enrollment.
Fulfill all duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and its relevance to equity‑minded practice within the classroom.
Master’s in child development, early childhood education, human development, home economics/family and consumer studies with a specialization in child development/early childhood education or educational psychology with a specialization in child development/early childhood education.
OR Bachelor’s in any of the above subjects and Master’s in social work, educational supervision, elementary education, special education, psychology, bilingual/bicultural education, life management/home economics, family life studies, or family and consumer studies.
OR a valid California Community College Credential.
OR the equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).
Special requirements: a California Child Development Program’s Director’s Permit or the ability to obtain a permit within six months of hire.
Note:
If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility.
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion shape participation and outcomes.
Willingness to examine and remediate instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students.
Related work and professional experience.
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, including disabled students.
Proficient in computers and other technologies used to provide high‑quality instruction and support to students.
Effective communication skills with students and staff.
Knowledge of the community college mission and goals.
Experience teaching and administering in licensed early‑care and education programs.
Knowledge of child development, early childhood curriculum, inclusive practice, teaching methods and techniques.
Knowledge or certification in online teaching.
Knowledge of applicable state licensing regulations, child‑care food programs, health and safety regulations, and categorical grant programs.
Knowledge and experience with Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC), NAEYC Accreditation, and community care licensing.
Ability to navigate agreements with collaborating agencies.
Knowledge of multilingual learner strategies for young children and adults.
Knowledge of the CLASS observation tool.
Knowledge and experience administering California Department of Social Services programs (CSPP, CCTR).
Experience collaborating with community partners.
Conditions of Employment 210 duty days per year. Duty days prorated based on start of assignment. Salary and benefits: starting annual salary $71,054 – $108,772 depending on education and experience. Annual doctoral stipend $2,419 available. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents, life insurance. Employee is a member of CalSTRS.
Selection Procedure and Interviews Applications screened by Human Resources for completeness and minimum qualifications. From qualified applicants, a selection advisory committee reviews candidates based on minimum and desirable qualifications and selects those invited to interview.
First Level Interviews: week of TBD Final Interviews: week of TBD
Interview committee rates responses, teaching demonstration, and writing prompt. Small number of applicants selected as recommended candidates forwarded to Vice President and College President for final interviews. Hiring recommendation forwarded to Board of Trustees for final approval.
EEO Statement 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 locally and globally.
SCCCD EEO Plan.
Submission of Application Submission of application and related materials is the applicant’s responsibility and must be submitted through the district’s online applicant portal. The district reserves the right to re‑advertise or delay indefinitely the filling of a position if the applicant pool is inadequate or funding is not available. All application materials subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment.
Additional Information Full‑time, tenure‑track position. The district may fill more than one position from this pool.
About the College As the very first community college in California, Fresno City College has a proud history of leadership in education and preparing generations of students for their future. Fresno City College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion among faculty, staff, and students. The college takes responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for all students.
Mission, Vision, Core Values Mission:
Provide access to equity‑centered, quality, innovative educational programs and support services.
Vision:
Build upon an equity‑centered mission and normalize a culture of racial equity and anti‑racism.
Core Values:
Equity‑Mindedness, Social Justice, Sustainable Social and Economic Mobility.
Open Date 01/13/2026 Close Date 03/05/2026 Closing Time 11:59 p.m.
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