Preschool Teacher - Early Education Center (CA)
81 Days Old
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement curriculum plans in collaboration with the director and fellow teachers.
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that complies with state licensing standards.
- Conduct daily activities that promote spiritual, educational, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintain constant supervision of children and ensure their health and safety at all times.
- Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and communication with families.
- Participate in professional development activities to enhance Early Childhood Education knowledge.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Spiritual:
- Has accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Savior.
- Regularly attend Rock church or church of like faith and be actively involved in church activities.
- Must believe that the Bible is God's Word and the standard for faith and daily living.
- Must embody Christian principles and serve as a role model in speech, conduct, and interactions.
Education & Experience:
- Must have one of the following:
- Bachelors of Science degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Completed a minimum of 15 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility.
- An AA degree with at least 15 units being in the field of Early Childhood Education, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility.
- A valid Children's Center Permit issued by the California Commission for Teaching Preparation and Licensing, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility.
- Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and provide excellent customer service.
- Emotional maturity and stability, with a genuine enthusiasm for working with children.
- Effective communication skills with children, families, and colleagues.
NON-NEGOTIABLES:
- Adherence to Title 22 state licensing regulations and teacher-to-child ratios.
- Commitment to constant supervision and maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Respect for leadership and adherence to school policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift, carry, or push up to 50 pounds and engage in physical activities with children.
- Agility to move comfortably around and interact at children's eye level.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Work in a lively and occasionally noisy environment with children.
MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and respond to emergencies calmly and sensitively.
Employee At-Will Statement: Employment at Rock Church & Academy is at-will, allowing termination at any time, with or without cause.
Licensing & Rock Academy Personnel Requirements:
All required state Department of Social Services Community Care licensing forms must be filled out and returned. These forms include:
- Health Screening report
- Personnel Record
- Proof of negative TB skin test
- Form 1-9
- Child Abuse Index Check
- Official College Transcripts
- Live Scan Fingerprinting - cleared Employee Rights
- Criminal Record
Comply with, and implement Title 22 state licensing regulations.
All Rock Church & Rock Academy personnel forms must be filled out and returned. These forms include:
- Signed acknowledgement of Rock Academy Statement of Faith
- Signed acknowledgement and adherence to Rock Church and Rock Academy policies, procedures, and employee handbook.
Pre-employment references & background check which includes:
- Social security verification
- Local, state, and federal criminal conviction record search
- National security database
- Sex offender registry
- Location:
- San Diego
- Job Type:
- FullTime
