Preschool Teacher Part-time/ Sub
Position Category: Staff (Non-Exempt)
FLSA: Non-exempt
FTE:
Location: Thousand Oaks
University Background:
Basic Function:
Under the direction of the Director of Preschool, plan and implement an educational program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school.
Representative Duties:
- Supervise children on the playground and in the classroom; oversee children’s activities and assure proper care and safety of children. E
- Observe and facilitate children’s development and growth by meeting the changing needs of each child; assist children at nap time, feeding time, toileting, and related needs as necessary; prepare and provide morning and afternoon snacks. E
- Plan and implement an educational program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school; create, maintain and organize age-appropriate learning materials; modify the program as needed for children with special needs, interests, special talents and individual style. E
- Observe and evaluate children to provide for their individual and group needs; communicate with the Director regarding children with special needs; communicate daily with other teachers to maintain consistency for children. E
- Communicate with parents orally and in writing; make home visits as assigned; conduct parent/teacher conferences as requested; participate in other parent-related activities as requested E
- Provide for the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor and learning environment of the classroom; assist in maintaining equipment, supplies and materials; assure a clean, healthy environment is in place for the children on a daily basis. E
- Attend and participate in staff meetings; evaluate program progress, goals and objectives; discuss issues and progress of children, curriculum and related matters. E
- Prepare information for parents regarding their child’s progress. Know the school’s philosophy and practice and be able to communicate this effectively to the parents. E
- Participate in professional growth activities including: attendance at workshops, training sessions, conferences, and courses. Reading journals and other materials may also be required periodically. E
- Train and provide work direction to student assistants as assigned. E
- As needed, perform opening/closing duties; answer phone and take messages if necessary. Relay these messages to appropriate party; provide transportation for children/adults on field trips; contact outside sources to plan presentations for the children; purchase needed supplies for classroom and/or projects.
- Performs all other duties as assigned. E
E=Essential Duties
Knowledge Of:
- School policies and philosophy.
- Child growth and development and an understanding of developmentally appropriate
- practice. Methods and equipment used to maintain hard surface floors and carpets/mats.
- Instructional methods and techniques as well as classroom procedures.
- Oral and written communication skills. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
- Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
- Health and safety regulations
Ability To:
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Adherence to the National Association for the Education of Young Children Code of Professional Ethics.
- Plan and implement an educational program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school.
- Participate in staff and professional growth activities.
- Assist in maintaining the physical environment of the classroom.
- Instruct students in various indoor and outdoor activities.
- Prepare and provide afternoon snacks.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Observe health and safety regulations.
- Understand and relate to children.
- Monitor and evaluate student progress
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination equivalent to: 12 units or more in Early Childhood classes and one year of experience teaching preschool-aged children
Preferred Qualifications:
None
Licenses and Other Requirements:
Physical Abilities:
Working Environment:
Classroom and playground environment
Posting Number: Staff002502022
Number of Vacancies: 4
Desired Start Date: 06/19/2023
Position End Date:
Open Date: 05/19/2023
Close Date: 6/4/2023
Open Until Filled: No
Application Procedure/Special Instructions:
3 opening for Preschool Teacher Sub
1 opening for Preschool Teacher-Part-time
The salary could be different between sub and part-time positions.
To apply, visit
https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/10748 jeid-84007681a0e09e4194ea3b519b45fe2c