Child Development Assistant - Infant/Toddler Full-Time

About the job

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned Dean or designee, assist in the operation of a day care center for children; assist with providing a quality child development program. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Assist in the implementation of a program of activities that contributes to the care, growth and development of children and enhances their growth, development and safety. (E)

• Assist Yuba College Early Childhood Education students in implementing activities for children in a laboratory environment as part of their instructional program; provide input to Early Childhood Education student progress as directed. (E)

• Assist small groups of children follow established schedule of developmentally appropriate activities. (E)

• Assist with providing a quality child care program; assist in the planning and development of the Program; prepare lesson plans; compile resources and materials. (E)

• Attend and contribute to staff meetings as required; prepare records and reports as directed. (E)

• Record attendance of children; assist in discussions with parents as requested. (E)

• Assist in maintaining and controlling inventory of instructional supplies. Perform custodial and maintenance duties as required to maintain a physical environment that conforms to applicable standards of health and safety.

• Oversee the operation of the Center independently in case of absences or emergencies. Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic child development and psychology.

• State Department of Social Services licensing requirements.

• Basic methods used in child care.

• Health and safety regulations.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Infant and child CPR techniques. Basic pediatric first aid.

ABILITY TO:

• Assist in the operation of a day care center for children.

• Assist with providing a quality child development program.

• Assist in the implementation of a program of activities that contributes to the care, growth and development of children and enhances their growth, development and safety.

• Lead activities for children.

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Work cooperatively with others.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: sufficient course work to qualify for a Child Development Associate Permit including at least twelve core units in Early Childhood Education or equivalent courses and one year of experience in a child development program. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Child Development Associate Permit or equivalent. Appropriate First Aid and CPR certificates. California Child Care Provider Health and Safety Certificate (to be obtained within 30 working days from date of hire).

Physical Demands

ENVIRONMENT: Large, self-contained children’s center environment. Outdoor play area with climbing structures, sand, and riding toys. Constant noise. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Lifting children and moderately heavy objects. Bending at the waist. Kneeling or crouching. Crawling. Seeing to observe infants and toddlers. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Standing for extended periods of time. Carrying, pushing or pulling. Physical agility and stamina.

Benefits Information

Additional Resources:

• About The Yuba Community College District

- Classified Benefits Overview ****- Classified Benefit Summary and Rates ****- Classified Salary Schedule

• Telework Program – Some classifications may have the ability to work remotely or within a hybrid schedule.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Important Instructions:

• To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of an EEO/Diversity Statement and unofficial transcripts through the People Admin application portal.

• It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage.

• Education Code §87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis.

• As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee’s responsibility.

• Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee’s first day on the job.