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VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources

665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT TEACHER:

Title: Child DevelopmentTeacher Reports To: Director of Categorical Programs/ELL or Designee

Department: Special Projects Work Year: 220 Days per year (General Child Care); 179 Days (State Preschool Program)

Classification: Certificated Salary: See Child Development Program Salary Schedule

Date Approved: January 2007

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Under the leadership of the Director of Categorical Programs/ELL or Designee, the Child Development Teacher will be in charge of devising, coordinating, and delivering academic, social, and physical programs for children enrolled in the General Child Care and State Preschool Programs.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Develop lesson plans and instructional materials consistent with children's interests, cognitive abilities, and development.
Be responsible for planning the instructional program on a team basis including the Head Teacher, Teachers, Teacher Assistant, and support staff.
Supervise the work of the teacher assistants and other instructional aides.
Interact with parents regarding positive behaviors, concerns, questions and special needs of each child.
Participate in parent involvement by recruiting, and planning for parent volunteers and parent meeting activities.
Participate in scheduled parent conferences and home visits when needed.
Be able to serve in the capacity of Head Teacher in case of special necessity.
Accept constructive suggestions and evaluations conducive to professional growth. Contribute constructive and objective suggestions to improve the program as a whole.
Understand the principles in selecting materials and equipment that provide for achievement within the planned educational program. Plan for best possible utilization of materials and equipment in the instructional program.
Maintain appropriate and required records and prepare reports related to attendance, assessment, lesson plans, parent conferences, meal counts, injuries, and other required data.
Maintain an orderly, safe physical environment, cultivating and demonstrating understanding of the child's evolving needs and provide experiences for optimal development of abilities, skills, and interests.
Attend and contribute to staff meetings and collaborate professionally and constructively with other staff members in the interest of the center's program.
Cooperate with the staffing needs of the center which are scheduled for the purpose of providing a smoothly operating and effective program for children that complies with Program, District and State Guidelines. E
Perform any other assigned related duty necessary for program operation, quality and compliance.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School graduation or equivalent.
Valid California Child Development Teacher Permit.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Have adequate knowledge in order to enforce the general center and school operations, state regulations and guidelines.

ABILITY TO:

Grow professionally through books, periodicals, professional organizations, meetings, and study.
Cooperate iT1 assessing the physical needs of the center and provided a safe, attractive physical environment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Classroom and school setting

Essential Physical Requirements: Frequency Code; None (1) Infrequent - up to 25% of work-time (2); Random - up to 50% of work-time (3); Numerous - up to 75% of work-time (4)

Bend: 4

Lift/carry: (0-10 lbs) 4

Twist: 4

Lift/carry: (11-25 lbs) 4

Squat: 3

Lift/carry: (26-40 lbs) 3

Kneel: 3

Lift/carry: (41-100 lbs) 2

Climb: 3

Stand: 4

Reach above shoulder: 4

Walk: 4

Grip/Grasp 4

Sit: 2

Extend/Flex Neck: 4

Drive: 1

Use Right Hand: 4

Perform Repetitive Hand Motions: 2

Use Left Hand: 4

Keyboarding/Mouse Work: 2

Ability to See: 4

Ability to Hear: 4

In furtherance to the District's commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all, it doesn't discriminate against employees on grounds of political or union affiliation, medical conditions, physical or mental disability, race or religion.

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