INFANT/TODDLER TEACHER
Alameda Family Services
Alameda Family Services is a non-profit agency providing comprehensive services to youth, families and children in the City of Alameda.
Early Childhood & Family Support Division
The AFS-Early Childhood and Family Support services division provides high-quality child development, comprehensive health and family support services through a variety of program options designed to meet the individual needs of low-income and at-risk children and families. On-site child care and in-home support services funded by Head Start, Early Head Start, California State Preschool and General Child Care are provided at no-cost to qualifying expectant parents and families with children from birth to five years of age. AFS-ECFS also provides family support, senior services, resources, referrals and workforce development programming at a variety of locations within the City of Alameda.
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Center Director, Site Supervisor and/or Assistant Site Supervisor the Infant/Toddler Teacher is responsible for providing a safe environment for children to thrive. The Infant/Toddler Teacher will be responsible for conducting observations, screening, ongoing assessments and individualized plans for up to 12 infant/toddlers. The teacher is responsible for working with their co-teacher(s) and support services staff in creating a supportive, safe and nurturing environment for up to 12 children, 6 months to 3 years of age, at one of our five childcare centers located in the City of Alameda.
Compensation & Benefits
Classification: Regular Full Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) : Hourly
Hours: 40 Weekly : 8 Hour Day including a paid ½ hour lunch
Paid Holidays: Up to 12 Days/year depending on schedule and FTE
Vacation: 5 weeks (24 days)/year; accrued at 0.0923 hrs/regular hr worked
Sick Leave: 2 weeks (12 days); accrued at 0.0462 hrs/ regular hr worked
Health Benefits: 100% Employee Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance premiums covered. Dependent Dental covered at 100% and Dependent Medical covered at 50%.
Life Insurance: Group Term Life & AD&D coverage premiums covered. Supplemental and dependent coverage available.
Financial Savings: Traditional and Roth 401(k) with 1% match and 100% vesting upon enrollment. Flexible Spending Account provided.
Translation Compensation: Bilingual Pay Differential provided for certified proficiency.
Professional Development: Training opportunities and AA Degree reimbursement program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided.
Starting Range: $23.50 - $26.23/hr Depending on degree and years of experience
General Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety of children and provide developmentally activities that are in keeping with the program’s curriculum and philosophy (Creative Curriculum, Anti-Bias Curriculum and Developmentally Appropriate Practices, PITC and CSEFEL) and reflect and respect the individual development and diversity of the program’s children, families and staff.
- Act in partnership with teaching partner(s) and support services staff in planning and conducting child development activities, supervising meal service, and in assisting children in the classroom especially during transitions, and support parent engagement in their child’s learning.
- Ensure child health and safety by supporting ongoing monitoring activities and implementing active supervision strategies.
- Provide individual care and incidental medical services to children with health concerns when needed and appropriate to training. Care and services would include but are not limited to medication administration, epi-pens, nebulizers, diastat, gastrostomy tube (g-tube) feeding, etc.
- Actively engage parents in their child’s school readiness by sharing information about the child’s progress, answering questions and working with parents in resolving issues in a positive manner.
- Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner, including lesson plans, initial screenings, notes, ongoing assessments, referrals, individualized education plans, and school readiness goals.
- Work with, contribute to, and serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team by encouraging and facilitating problem solving strategies; accepting supervision, and working closely with direct service staff, program management, agency administration, community partners, parents, coaches & consultants to ensure high-quality services and implementation of best practices
- Assist in ensuring compliance with emergency health and safety policies, procedures and protocols (including but not limited to COVID-19 response services).
Knowledge, Skill, and Experience
- Child Development-Associate Teacher Permit and at least 3 ECE infant/toddler units required.
- AA/BA Degree in related field Required
- Experience in early child care setting or social service setting required
- Early Head Start/General Child Care experience preferred
- Computer literacy required - ChildPlus.Net and Learning Genie experience preferred
- Positive, professional and courteous work demeanor
- Ability and desire to work as part of a team in a culturally diverse environment
- Fluency in English language required
- Second language skills are desirable
Physical & Cognitive Requirements
(The below physical requirements of the role are required to perform the essential duties. Reasonable accommodation will be made for any employee or applicant who is unable to perform such duties, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.)
- Lifting of books and other documents weighing up to 25 pounds may be encountered in performing essential functions.
- The ability to lift, hold carry and/or assist children weighing up to 50 pounds is often required.
- Ability to understand and comply with the Head Start Program Performance Standards and other state and local regulation including but not limited to: Community Care Licensing (CCL), State Title 5, State-Title 22, Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Condition of Employment
- Must maintain active permits and/or certifications that meet the requirements for this position
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
- Position requires occasional evenings and weekends
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Community Care Licensing and Head Start Performance Standards require a background check and clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ) background prior to employment
- A Health Screening Report completed by a physician, which includes your Immunization Record, Flu Vaccinations and current TB Test Results
- Compliance with emergency health and safety policies, procedures and protocols is required in accordance with federal, state and local regulations
Equal Opportunity Employment
Alameda Family Services does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, request for family or medical leave or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.50 - $26.23 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 12 units in Early Childhood Development?
- Do you have at least 16 general education units?
- Can you start work from 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday?
- Do you have at least 6 Infant/Toddler Units?
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Permit (Preferred)
Work Location: In person