Child Care Instructor I​/II - Part-Time Benefited & Temporary Non-Benefited

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Child Care Instructor plays a vital role in planning and executing educational and recreational programs for school-age children under the general direction of the Child Care Site Supervisor. This grant-funded, temporary position involves assisting in the day-to-day operations of the childcare and development center, providing supervision to Child Care Assistants and Aides, and ensuring a safe and enriching environment for the children.

Child Care Instructor I or Child Care Instructor II are available. Access the complete classification description, including the experience, education, and physical and mental requirements for this job.

The ideal candidate for the Child Care Instructor position is a dedicated and compassionate individual with a strong understanding of child development principles and effective techniques for supervising school-age children. They should have experience in planning and conducting structured activities such as sports, games, arts & crafts, and social activities. The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to serve as a positive role model for children.

They should be knowledgeable in basic first aid/CPR and capable of handling sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. The ideal candidate should be available to work during weekdays, after school, and all day during school vacation periods, and be committed to providing high-quality customer service. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about child development and enjoys working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or equivalent and 24 Units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE or Child Development (CD)), and a minimum of 6 months paid experience working with children. A Child Development Permit or Children s Center Permit at the Associate Teacher level issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Certificate in Red Cross Basic first aid/CPR (may be obtained within first six months of employment).

• CHILD CARE INSTRUCTOR I: The Child Care Instructor I is the entry-level class in this series, in which incumbents receive orientation and training and must progress toward Instructor II classification. Must have 12 Units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE or Child Development (CD)).
• CHILD CARE INSTRUCTOR II: The Child Care Instructor II is the journey-level class in the series and requires greater experience and additional college-level units in Early Childhood Education. Must have 24 Units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE or Child Development (CD)).

The City of Moreno Valley prides itself on delivering quality service to our residents and businesses efficiently and effectively through Collaboration, Innovation, Customer Service, and Human-Centric Design. Strategically located in Southern California’s Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is close to major hubs such as Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This City has a population of over 200,000 residents and offers a variety of opportunities.

The City of Moreno Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process. The City prioritizes equal employment opportunity for all people. Recruitment materials will be reviewed by Human Resources to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage.

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status. Eligible List:
Once the appraisal is completed, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates for present and future vacancies.

Disclaimers:
The City of Moreno Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources.