Child Care Assistant

CHILD CARE ASSISTANT OPEN RECRUITMENT 12-MONTH ELIGIBILITY LIST

RANGE 10, $1,548.71 - $1,896.05 MONTHLY

CURRENT VACANCY: 47.5%, 10 MONTHS

SCHEDULE: Monday‑Friday, 9:12 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This recruitment will be used to fill all current and future vacancies as well as create a substitute list. *Disclaimer: It is the employee’s responsibility to renew and maintain current certifications. We are looking for someone who has obtained graduation from high school or GED equivalency. Additionally, this candidate must have a completion of twelve (12) semester units in child growth and development, human growth and development, child family and community, or child development/early childhood education courses from an accredited college and a minimum of 25 days experience of three‑plus (3+) hours per day within 2 years; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in an academic setting is highly desirable. The Child Development Center Department of the Long Beach Community College District is seeking a qualified individual for a current opportunity as a Child Care Assistant! This individual will be responsible for providing care, guidance and developmentally appropriate learning and socialization experiences for toddler and/or preschool‑aged children to encourage and facilitate positive social and cognitive learning; and performs related duties as assigned. Duties and responsibilities are carried out with considerable independence within the framework of established policies, procedures and guidelines. AT-A-GLANCE POSITION INFORMATION Type of position: Part time (19 hours/week) / Bargaining Unit Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 9:12 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (subject to change based on the needs of the program) Location: Current vacancy at Liberal Arts Campus, but could support both campuses Salary: Range 10, $1,548.71 - $1,896.05 Monthly *Eligibility list: Will be valid for 12 months once approved or ratified by the Personnel Commission. We reserve the right to use the established eligibility list for vacancies (permanent and temporary) in this classification as well as related classifications. Benefits: The District provides an excellent and comprehensive benefits package. Please refer to the Benefits tab for more details. GENERAL PURPOSE Under the supervision of a Child Development Center Teacher or Associate Teacher, assist in providing care, guidance and developmentally appropriate learning and socialization experiences for toddler and/or preschool‑aged children to encourage and facilitate positive social and cognitive learning; and performs related duties as assigned. Education, Training and Experience Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and completion of twelve (12) semester units in child growth and development, human growth and development, child family and community, or child development/early childhood education courses from an accredited college and a minimum of 25 days experience of three‑plus (3+) hours per day within 2 years; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 35 hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part‑time experience may be acceptable. Licenses, Certificates, Special Requirements A Livescan showing cleared fingerprints through Community Care Licensing (If you do not already have clearance from Community Care Licensing, you are responsible to get fingerprinted; CDC's will provide paperwork and instructions.) Copy of Child Development Permit (if applicable) A photo ID A negative TB test, administered within the past 6 months Proof of having received the MMR vaccine or immunity to Measles (Titers). Proof of having received the Pertussis/TDAP vaccine within the past 10 years. Proof of having received the Influenza vaccine OR a signed waiver opting out (provided by LBCC) Certificate of completion of California Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training for General Training (4 hours) and Child Care Provider (3 hours). Certificate of completion in compliance with Healthy Schools Act May require a valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance policy. Meeting the minimum requirements of the position does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements, and are deemed most competitive amongst the applicant pool to proceed. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Individuals who require reasonable accommodations in the Application or Examination Process in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office at least 5 (five) days prior to the closing date, by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. THE LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Long Beach Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and equity‑minded hiring practices. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunities and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, language, accent, citizenship status, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics. Fair Chance Statement At Long Beach City College, we are deeply committed to equity and creating access to meaningful opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their past. We recognize the systemic challenges that formerly incarcerated individuals face when re‑entering the workforce and are committed to supporting their journey towards finding successful and fulfilling careers. As part of our inclusive hiring practices and unwavering commitment to diversity, we strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience in the justice system. Prior incarceration does not disqualify you from consideration; all applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications and alignment with the role. In compliance with the California Fair Chance Act, applicants are not required to disclose conviction history, or participate in a background check, prior to a conditional offer of employment. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Long Beach City College is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, applicants will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating or rehabilitative evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background check report before a final employment decision is made. Transfer Requests for current LBCC Employees District employees may request to transfer by completing the Transfer Request Form (Download PDF reader). Ancestral Land Acknowledgement Long Beach City College acknowledges our presence on the traditional ancestral land of the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples. This land remains unceded territory. We acknowledge the painful history of genocide and forced removal from this territory. Long Beach City College honors and respects the Gabrielino/Tongva ancestors and their connection to this land. #J-18808-Ljbffr LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT