Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

DEFINITION: Under the direct supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Teacher is responsible for implementing a comprehensive curriculum to support the developmental needs of young children in accordance with program standards. The Teacher enforces classroom and school rules, supports classroom routines, and provides active supervision of children at all times. This position is responsible for ensuring adherence to Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, overseen by the California Department of Education; Title 22 Community Care Licensing regulations, administered by the California Department of Social Services; and all operational, nutritional, and documentation requirements of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). The role also ensures compliance with all relevant local, state, and county fire, building, health, and safety codes required for licensed childcare facilities in Riverside County. In addition, this position is responsible for maintaining strict adherence to all Funding Terms and Conditions (FT&C) associated with state and county contracts, grant agreements, and public or private funding sources. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of the Teacher include, but are not limited to:

• Provide active supervision of children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Provide implementation and planning of curriculum through individualized, age-appropriate activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.
• Provide meal preparation and service in accordance with CACFP guidelines and program standards.
• Provide a clean, safe, and organized classroom and outdoor environment that complies with all health and safety regulations.
• Provide timely submission of monthly lesson plans that reflect developmentally appropriate weekly activities.
• Provide guidance and classroom management aligned with agency-approved behavior policies and procedures.
• Provide monthly emergency drills and ensure students and staff are familiar with all safety protocols and evacuation procedures.
• Provide structured daily routines and engaging activities, such as songs, games, and storytelling, that support developmental learning.
• Provide consistent classroom schedules aligned with best practices and early learning standards.
• Provide meaningful, responsive interactions with children, in alignment with the CLASS observation tool.
• Provide effective and professional communication with children, families, and staff, including daily greetings at drop-off and pick-up.
• Provide ongoing DRDP documentation, including daily anecdotal notes, photographs, and family communications through the Learning Genie platform.
• Provide timely and accurate completion of DRDPs, ERS assessments, and ASQs in accordance with agency and state deadlines.
• Provide support in the implementation of IEPs, IFSPs, and behavior support plans to meet the needs of all learners.
• Provide at least two Parent-Teacher Conferences per program year and assist with orientations and continued family engagement efforts.
• Provide complete and accurate maintenance of daily, weekly, and monthly records for program reporting.
• Provide communication to the Site Supervisor regarding any identified concerns, challenges, or student needs.
• Provide flexibility in carrying out additional responsibilities as assigned to meet program needs and ensure regulatory compliance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• For infant centers must have at least (3) CDE/ECE units in Infant /Toddler course from accredited college or university
• A permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing authorizing service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program. This can be either of the following permits:
  • Regular Children’s Center Instructional Permit
  • Limited Children’s Center Instructional Permit
  • Emergency Children’s Center Instructional Permit
  • Child Development Master Teacher Permit
  • Child Development Teacher Permit
  • Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (Note: This permit authorizes the holder to supervise Assistant Permit holders and an aide.)

OR

• A current credential issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing authorizing teaching service in elementary school or a single subject credential in home economics, and 12 units in ECE and/or CD or two years’ experience in early childhood education or a child care and development program.

*As stated by CDSS website (-care-and-development/laws-and- regulations/general -staffing-qualifications )

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• TB Clearance (every four years)/Physical (once upon hire)
• Fingerprinting Clearance by FBI, DOJ, Child Abuse Index and these criminal records are required for employment. 
• CPR and First Aid (renewed every 2 years)
• Vaccines (TDAP every 10 years and MMR)
• Flu Shot annually or declination waiver.
• Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207 every two years)
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of active insurance
• Travel may be necessary up to 25% 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work in a classroom environment with children ages 0–5 years.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move frequently throughout the day.
• Ability to supervise children in both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to accidents or emergency drills.