Master Teacher/Children's Center (UEC)

Job Description:

Master Teacher/Children's Center (UEC)

Description

About University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB

(This is not a state position)

University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB ("UEC") supports the university's educational mission by providing quality services that complement the instructional program. The University depends upon UEC to provide services that cannot be supported with state funds. We’re responsible for business enterprises on campus including, but not limited to, dining, bookstore, convenience store, and vending services. We also serve as the grantee for federal, state, and local funding for research and sponsored projects.

Position Summary

Temporary, Non-Exempt, Full Time, Benefited position through 6/30/2025 (Appointment may be renewed annually based upon availability of funds, availability of work and satisfactory job performance).

Salary: $3,466-$4,333 per month.

Location: CSUSB Campus.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week. Monday-Friday from 9:30AM to 6:00PM. Some nights, weekend work may be required.

First Review Deadline

This position will remain open until filled.

Typical Activities

Under minimal supervision of the Children's Center Director, the Master Teacher will work independently to:

Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children enrolled in our program.

• Prepare and implement daily activities tailored to the individual needs of each child and be willing to adjust the curriculum as necessary.

• Be a DAP role model of effective teacher-child interaction in the implementation of the daily operation of the program.

• Able to articulate program goals and philosophy and apply them to working with the children and other adults working in the program.

• Manage children’s behavior using positive guidance techniques and limit setting.

• Plan for and facilitate smooth transitions for the children.

• Ensure that all children are treated with dignity and respect.

• Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and supervisors.

• Work with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere.

• Communicate consistently with the Director regarding the functioning of the classroom (progress, problems, and concerns).

• Establish positive and productive relationships and communicate effectively with families (approachable, tactful, keeps parents informed, seeks a partnership with parents, work with parents to promote understanding of their child’s growth and development).

• Maintain confidentiality of children and families.

Duties:

• Monitor the daily schedule in the classroom.

• Monitor break/lunch times for staff.

• Monitor and support diaper changes and toilet learning for each child

• Ensure that teacher: child ratios are maintained at all times.

• Ensure that health checks are being carried out when each child is dropped off.

• Maintain classroom bulletin boards that provide current parent information and represent children’s interests and learning.

• Participate in and conduct on-going staff development trainings and meetings.

• Supervise and train Assistant Teachers by providing guidance and direction. Includes training in routines such as mealtimes, nap, diapering, and clean-up procedures.

• Supervise and train undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and others in daily activities of the lab school, including student observations, research, student interns, etc.

• Provide evaluative input to the Director regarding staff members’ performance.

• Ensure developmentally appropriate activities are planned and implemented by staff daily.

• Maintain child assessments and developmental evaluations (DRDP’s).

• Maintain and regularly update NAEYC classroom portfolios.

• Participate in parent orientation and new staff orientation at the beginning of each quarter.

• Conduct parent-teacher conferences.

• Follow State health and safety guidelines, maintain records according to State guidelines, and ensure that all teachers are doing the same.

• Assist in monitoring the Center according to licensing regulations.

• Attend conferences and training to progress in professional growth.

• Follow procedures related to the health and safety (including general hygiene of young children, e.g., diaper changing and toileting).

• Cleaning responsibilities: maintenance of order and neatness in kitchen, storage room, observation room, and all classroom and outdoor areas.

• Report any suspected case of child abuse or neglect to CPS.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  • B.A. in Child Development or related field
• Experience:
  • At least one year of experience teaching in an early childhood education program (preferably, a NAEYC accredited program).
    
  • Possess a Child Development Permit: Master Teacher or higher.
    
  • Must have Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, as well as fingerprinting clearance prior to employment.
    
• Other:
  • Extensive knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood.
    
  • Knowledge of child development concepts and skilled at putting them into practice.
    
  • Ability to effectively lead by example and to help others to accomplish tasks through direction.
    
  • Warm and sensitive toward the children.
    
  • Effective organizational and planning skills.
    
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
    
  • A friendly, helpful, professional attitude.
    
  • Reliable, dependable, punctual, flexible, and responsible.
    
  • Ability to identify children who may have developmental or behavioral concerns.
    
  • Physical: must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.; must be able to bend, crouch, or kneel to assist children; must be able to sit on small chairs or on the floor.
    
• Special Requirements:
  • Live Scan and background check completion before starting work.
    
  • Proof of immunization against Measles and Pertussis, negative TB screening, and health screening required before starting work.
    

Preferred Qualifications

• Current enrollment in M.A. Child Development (or related field) program OR holds M.A in Child Development or related field.
  
• Possess Child Development Permit: Site Supervisor.
  

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Cash option
• CalPERS Retirement and CalPers 457
• Group Term Life/ Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Holidays & Personal Holiday
• Vacation and Sick pay accruals
• Educational Assistance Benefit is based on availability of funding.
• Workers' Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, State Disability Insurance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB is committed to a diverse workforce and affirmative action, and is an equal opportunity employer. UEC maintains and promotes a policy of non-discrimination and non-harassment on the basis of race, sex, gender, color, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic characteristics, status as a disabled veteran, or disabled veteran of the Vietnam era.

To view the UEC Affirmative Action Program, please contact UEC Human Resources at (909) 537-7589 Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm.

As an equal opportunity employer, University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB (UEC) is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access UEC's career website as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling UEC's Human Resources Manager at 909-537-7589.

EEO AA Policy Statement

Employment of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans

Supplemental Information

UEC is an EOE - Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans. This position will remain open until filled. This has been designated as a sensitive position. The selected candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation to include a criminal history check prior to appointment.

Advertised: Sep 20 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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