Toddler & Preschool Childcare Assistant (Short-Term/Temporary)

Job Description Summary

This is a short-term/temporary position.

DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of the Children's Center Director, support, all activities related to the children's classroom environment at the Cuesta College Children's Center. This includes supervising and guiding toddler or preschool children in developmentally appropriate social, emotional, physical, language, creative and cognitive activities. Assistants should be able to communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Childcare Assistant must have the ability to demonstrate appropriate guidance practices and procedures. This position supports and promotes student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by ensuring a quality program and services for children and their families and ensuring compliance with State licensing requirements.

Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support the Instructional Assistant/Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in all aspects of the classroom environment;

• Ongoing role modeling and demonstration of Developmentally, Individually, and Culturally Appropriate Practices;

• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment;

• Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff and others;

• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 6 semester units (12 preferred) ECE/CDFS including courses in child/human growth & development, child/family/community or child family relations; or program/curriculum.

• Have the ability to pass a background clearance through Community Care Licensing.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY

Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.

• Cover letter (see further instructions below);

• Resume;

• Unofficial transcripts;

Cover letter Instructions:

Please include a cover letter that addresses all of the following.

• Why you would be a good fit for the position;

• If you have completed a live scan at another center or facility overseen by Community Care Licensing;

• If you are interested in a substitute/on-call position or a regularly scheduled position;

• Your current class schedule and schedule of other positions or commitments, if applicable;

• If you would prefer to work at the North County site or the San Luis Obispo site or either.

Additional Information

This is a short-term/temporary position. Students currently enrolled at Cuesta College will be given priority.

Employees in this position may serve as floaters to cover lunch breaks or substitute in the classroom to cover teacher illnesses or vacation.

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.