Job Description
Do you love the wonder and exploration of working with young children? We want to hear from you! Here's an opportunity to join a warm, friendly, team-oriented group of teaching professionals providing loving care to infants and toddlers!
INFANT-TODDLER TEACHER POSITIONS AVAILABLE ASAP!
We are seeking energetic, committed professionals with experience working with children ages 2 months- 2years. Palo Alto Community Child Care (PACCC), a nonprofit agency celebrating more than 45 years of excellence, is committed to finding the most qualified and caring employees to provide the highest quality child care to the children and families we serve. PACCC offers quality NAEYC-accredited programs and we currently have an openings for a full-time Infant-Toddler and Preschool Teachers. PACCC provides an excellent working environment with supportive administration and dedicated families.
General Summary
Under general direction, supervises children to promote their physical, cognitive and social development. Responsible for on-floor program participation with children. Assures on-going, age-appropriate activities and development of children. Implements the curriculum and, with active participation of other members of the teaching team, works with parents and assesses the development of each child. Provides a safe environment for all children at all times.
Essential Functions
- Fosters cooperative behavior through various activities by group and individual projects to assist children in forming satisfying relationships with other children and adults.
- Supervises activities such as field visits, group discussions and dramatic play-acting and broadens the understanding of their physical and social environment.
- Encourages students in singing, dancing, participating in rhythmic activities and using art materials to promote self-expression, relationships and appreciation of aesthetic experience. In addition, to promote gross motor, fine motor development in accordance to each child's needs.
- Instructs children in practices of cleanliness and self-care.
- Alternates periods of strenuous activity with periods of rest or light activity to avoid over-stimulation and fatigue.
- Observes children to detect signs of ill health or emotional disturbance and evaluates their progress.
- Communicates with parents the significant behaviors of the children by observing and recording actions.
- Observes, records and communicates the significant behaviors of the children in care. Charts matters concerning the children with consistency and accuracy. Documents each incident of injury on Injury Chart. Documents health and behavior issues.
- Able to observe, see, hear and respond to children's needs in all areas of Center grounds and during off-site excursions.
- Able to safely lift 30 pounds from floor to waist level 10 to 15 times per day.
- Able to respond to a child's needs 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person's health.
Education and Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), including Core* units, plus 2 years of experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experiences equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with a major in Child Development or related field (including Core* units), plus 2 years of experience.
*Core Units = Child Development; Child, Family, Community; Curriculum; and 3 SEMESTER units of Infant Development
Additional Requirements*
- Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
- Must be vaccinated for measles and pertussis; must obtain annual flu vaccine or provide a signed declination form; must be tested for TB upon hire.
- Must complete a pre-employment physical.
- Must complete and pass a fingerprint background clearance check.
*Some may be subject to reasonable accommodation requests
SALARY
Competitive salary, based on education and experience, plus full benefits and educational incentives.
PACCC contributes, on average, $10,000 annually in basic benefits* for each employee.
This amounts to an additional $4.80 to an employee's hourly wage.
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Please note that this is for illustrative purposes only.
*basic benefits include: medical, dental, vision, and retirement
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PACCC offers a wonderful benefits program for all regular staff working 20+ hours per week.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- $50 pre-tax employee contribution for HMO or PPO
- Employee may enroll dependents for an additional fee
- 403(b) Retirement Fund
- PACCC matches employee contributions up to 4% (Temporarily paused)
- Life Insurance
- 1x salary life insurance policy
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- PACCC offers the following FSA’s: Healthcare/Medical, Dependent Care, and Public Transit
- Membership at the Provider Connection
- Serves as an education, training and professional development resource for teachers.
- In-house resources and a lending library available
- Employee Wellness Program
- Healthy food and beverages promoted with staff and children and provided at agency events.
- Staff are provided opportunities to be physically active.
- Stress management, meditation, mindfulness, nutrition and other wellness topics offered each year.
- Child Care Rate for Employees
- Employees receive a 50% discount on PACCC Child Care fees (depends on availability of funds).
- Employee Referral Bonuses (Temporarily paused)
- Vacation
- 1-2 years= 2 weeks
- 3-4 years= 3 weeks
- 5+ years= 4 weeks
- Sick Leave
- 12 days per year
- Holidays
- 11 paid days per year
- 1 Floater Holiday
PACCC believes that investing in our employees’ education and professional development ensures higher quality programs and supports our vision, mission and values.
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EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVES
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Up to $200 per class
- Reimbursements can include: course fees, books and supplies, mandatory health fees, parking fees
- Maximum annual tuition reimbursement is $1,000
- Permit Stipend Awards
- Stipends range from $100-$450 (depending on permit level & renewal status)
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
- Annual Staff Development Days
- Paid, on-site CPR/First Aid Training
- Regular staff meetings
- Workshops
- Reflective Practice is embraced by PACCC and our center staff
- Reflective Practice is thinking, observing, listening, inquiring, and discovering with intention in order to enhance our personal and professional growth and learning and to inspire us as we embrace PACCC’s vision, mission, and values.
- PACCC provides opportunities for teachers to reflect on their work and gain insights from their colleagues.
- Opportunities for Career Advancement within PACCC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.31 - $28.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
All staff must be vaccinated against COVID-19*.
Application Question(s):
- Do you have 12 ECE units to be considered a fully qualified teacher?
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Permit (Preferred)
Work Location: In person