Teacher II (HS)- West Blvd

Description

• Plan and implement classroom lessons and activities for children indoors and out in accordance with all PACE Education Division selected curriculums and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Provide proof of the following immunizations as required: Measles, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Influenza, and COVID-19.
• Establish and maintain a healthy learning environment; and
• Ensure classroom routine is conducive to learning, safety, and development.
• Assists in accomplishing the program's non-federal share through the access of community resources (services, donations, discounts, and/or goods).
• Organizes and maintains instructional and program supplies
• Ensure proper care, safety, and supervision of groups of children always, for up to 7 hours per day.
• Supports and ensures the achievement of recruitment and enrollment goals.
• Ensure effective curriculum planning and implementation based upon individual children’s development continuum and integrate child assessment data in individual and group planning.
• Uses non-teaching hours to complete paperwork, home visits, conferences, and other requirements.
• Ensures accurate, complete, and up to date children’s files, paperwork and documentation, according to agency policies and procedures.
• Recruits, trains and supervises parents and other volunteers.
• Serves as a translator for parents who do not speak English (as appropriate)
• Provide proof of the following immunizations as required: Measles, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), and Influenza.
• Prepare and assist in serving family style meals to children.
• Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate customer service to parents, children, community representatives/members, and all PACE staff daily.
• Maintains an organized and developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Clean and sanitize all areas of the classroom, including food preparation, dishwashing, eating and toileting areas.
• Attend all assigned meetings and trainings as required by the program.
• PACE will assist applicants that are eligible and have an active Certificate of Clearance with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to apply for a Temporary County Certificate, Child Development (TCC) through Los Angeles County while waiting for CTC (Commission on Teacher Credentialing) to process.
• Promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate.
• Actively attends and participates in-service trainings provided by PACE and other agencies.
• Supports with child watch during parent meetings/trainings, as needed.
• Conduct interior and exterior environmental safety checks to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Participates in recruitment of children to maintain full enrollment and an active waitlist.
• Encourage families’ engagement with their children in all Head Start programs to support the development of relationships between children and their families.
• Help children practice good hygiene, including personal cleanliness and toileting/diapering, as needed.
• Conducts annual teacher-parent conferences and home visits
• Sets up and takes down classrooms, as needed.
• Maintains records of enrollment, attendance, and other required paperwork, both manually and digitally.
• Cooperates with Site Lead Teacher, Regional Site Director and Service Area Managers in planning, supervision, and implementation of overall program
• Conducts learning and developmental assessments of children, including but not limited to DRDP-2015, ASQ-3, ASQ: SE2, etc. according to timelines.
• Provides direction and coaching to Teacher Assistant(s) and provides performance feedback to Regional Site Director to aid in their professional development.
• Ensure appropriate child/teacher ratio is always met.

Requirements

• T.B. Test within the past six months prior to employment, and every four (4) years thereafter (every 4 years for a chest X-ray).
• Valid California Driver’s License and insurance coverage
• Education and Work Experience
• Must obtain 21 hours/year of professional development (105 hours every five years) to maintain their teaching certification.
• Must complete 15 clock hours of professional development annually that builds the knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities of staff to improve child, family, and staff outcomes. Of this, a minimum of 50% of the 15 hours (or 7.5 hours) must be focused on the specific content area or job assignment. Must also complete an annual Professional Development Plan (PDP) to be reviewed 3 times during the year.
• Current Adult & Pediatric CPR/1St Aid Certificate
• Must have good organizational, written/oral communication and observation skills
• Ability to attend assignments away from assigned site, such as in-service trainings, home visits, parent conferences, etc.
• Adheres to agency policies and procedures
• Representative physical demands of the job include normal vision and hearing, standing for extended periods, sitting for extended periods, kneeling, and stooping, manipulating objects with hands, reaching overhead, and occasionally lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 45 pounds.
• The Multiple Subject Teaching Credential authorizes the holder to teach all subjects in a self-contained classroom, including preschool. PACE will accept a valid credential in lieu of a Child Development Permit.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be a team player with outstanding interpersonal skills
• State or Tribal Criminal History Check, including fingerprints
• Ability to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, and to plan and implement learning experiences that:
• Must pass the following background checks prior to start of employment:
• Must possess a current and valid Child Development Teacher Permit or higher
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or an Associate’s degree and must be actively enrolled to pursue a Bachelors degree in child development or related field.
• Ability to work with children of varying abilities and adhere to Individual Educational Plans.
• Must have verification of T.B. clearance at time of employment, to be renewed every four (4) years (every 4 years for chest x-rays).
• Include developmentally appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, social and emotional development, math, science, social studies, creative arts, and physical development that are focused on achieving progress outlined in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus, but not required
• Must pass a physical examination at the time of hire, and every 4 years thereafter
• COVID vaccination required; must have two-dose series of Pfizer or Moderna or a single-dose of Johnson & Johnson. Those that need a medical or religious exemption must reach out separately.
• Works effectively with other team members
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must pass health screening (LIC 503) at time of employment, health screening is accepted within one year prior to hire, to be renewed every four (4) years.
• FBI Criminal History Check, including fingerprints

Benefits

• Opportunity to promote within, just to name a few.
• Pet Insurance
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Sick pay
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision packages extended to your family as well.
• FSA - Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance