Lake Tahoe Community College

Lake Tahoe Community College District announces an opportunity to work at the Child Development Center (CDC) or Tahoe Parents Nursery School (TPNS). This short term temporary, part-time (up tp 20 hours a week) position would report to the Director of Child Development Programs. This position serves as a substitute for teachers that work at the CDC or TPNS.  The substitute teacher is expected to perform all the representative duties of a teacher as described below but may also include other duties as assigned.

This position serves as a pool of applicants for the substitute position.  Applications are reviewed periodically and candidates are called in for interviews on an as needed basis. At point of hire employees are required to pass a physical examination provided by the district, and meet applicable Title 22 and Title 5 requirements.

The pay for this position is outlined in the Part-Time Hourly Salary Schedule as a Level IV.

• Work as a team teacher to plan curricula and conduct activities for assigned children; incorporate health and safety standards for the children into the overall program.
• Supervise parents and volunteers as they participate in daily activities within the classroom.
• Supervise area during nap periods.
• Maintain scheduled work hours; prepare and post weekly lesson plans written to support a stimulating environment for children.
• Maintain a clean and orderly physical environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.
• Attend and actively participate in staff and parent meetings and events.
• Conduct parent conferences in a timely manner.
• Maintain competence in the ECE field through staff in-service and a personal program of continuing education and broadening experiences.
• Actively participate in campus activities by serving on committees or representing the college at community events.
• Communicate with parents and staff members in a positive and supportive manner.
• Attend to the physical needs of the children including but not limited to diapering, feeding and comforting as needed.
• Prepare and maintain daily, weekly and monthly records and reports related to attendance, skill development, lesson plans, Needs and Services Plans, accidents and related areas.
• Assist the children if an emergency occurs and be part of the emergency readiness team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school, plus
• 12 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) from an accredited or approved college with a major or emphasis in early childhood education or child development, which includes 3 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) in administration of early childhood programs. If hired and assigned to the infant/toddler room requires 3 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) in infant studies (or willingness to complete the required units in infant studies upon hire).
• One-year work experience in a licensed child care program in the age grouping appropriate for the position.
• See matrix below.

Knowledge of:

• The role of a teacher in a Child Development Center.
• Appropriate discipline techniques.
• Appropriate child development practices.
• Normal growth and development patterns in young children.
• Materials and equipment suitable for young children.

Ability to:

• Pass the required physical examination and maintain required health standards.
• Maintain scheduled work hours without an unusual number of absences and be flexible in rescheduling to meet the needs of the center.
• Perform duties in a professional manner.
• Work with a minimum of supervision.
• Prepare and implement daily, weekly, and monthly lesson plans.
• Supervise aides and parent volunteers.
• Maintain and prepare records and reports.
• Relate effectively to parents, staff and children.
• Perform with courtesy and tact in a variety of public contacts both in person and on the telephone.
• Work confidentially with discretion.
• Safely lift 40 pounds.
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid.??

CHILD DEVELOPMENT PERMIT MATRIX

with Alternative Qualification Options Indicated