Toddler Teacher

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• Incumbent must continue in school until they have 24 ECE Units.
• CTC Teacher Permit or Eligible to apply for Permit.
• Teachers required to work collegially as a team member with other center staff and respond positively to all management supervision and feedback.
• Solid working knowledge of Community Care Licensing requirements, California Department of Education requirements, and industry "Best Practices".
• Maintain certification of Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR as required by California State Licensing.
• Proficient in written and spoken Spanish language skills desired, but not required.

In cooperation with teaching team, plan and implement a variety of diverse, age-appropriate activities consistent with the philosophies of NBCC and Industry "Best Practices". All activities and environmental set-up must meet the children’s individual developmental needs in their entirety (including social-emotional, cognitive, fine motor, gross motor, and physical development – including health and nutrition objectives as defined by NBCC’s Culture of Health).

In accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is Full Time non-exempt compensation. Teachers must demonstrate the ability to work as a collegial team member with respect, trust, and professionalism with co-workers. The position is aligned with NBCC’s goals, philosophy, and agency’s objectives.

• Adheres to all NBCC policies and procedures as mandated by Executive and/or Program Director.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and inviting arrangement in all classrooms (including outside play areas) which complies with NBCC’s best practices for classroom environments, including the daily set‑up.
• In cooperation with the teaching team, maintain general housekeeping tasks to provide a professional environment.
• Engage in regular self‑assessment/goal setting and participate in timely evaluation of job performance with the Head Teacher and/or Site Supervisor.
• Obtain appropriate substitutes when ill, for vacation, and any other time off site for any reason.
• Attend all scheduled NBCC Staff Development Days and regular staff meetings, planning meetings with Head Teacher and/or Site Supervisor.
• Participate in workshops, conferences, and other training sessions, which are deemed beneficial to professional goals and position.
• Conduct ongoing Desired Results Developmental Assessments (DRDP) on children in cooperation with the teaching team.
• Conduct and participate in semi‑annual parent/teacher conferences with the Head Teacher and/or Site Supervisor.
• Demonstrate professional demeanor at all times.
• Implement specific child behavior plans, intervention, and resource referrals in collaboration with the Head Teacher, Site Supervisor and teaching team.
• Recognize and consider each child in relationship to cultural and ethnic background, responding with dignity and respect, fostering positive self‑esteem through respectful interactions with children and staff.

• Give warmth and positive attention to each and every child in the classroom.
• Practice positive reinforcement and redirection methods.
• Adhere to all CCL Personal Rights requirements, ensuring children are not subjected to corporal or unusual punishment.
• Maintain required supervision of children at all times (inside and outside) in accordance with California State Licensing regulations ratio standards.
• Assist teaching staff in maintaining a safe, orderly arrangement and inviting appearance in all classrooms (including outside play areas).
• Conduct the daily set‑up of classrooms and outside play areas in an inviting fashion to promote positive exploration and developmental progress.
• Maintain classroom documents: daily meal counts, classroom rosters, and such reports.
• Report in writing to the Head Teacher or Site Supervisor all injuries incurred by children or staff.
• Develop meaningful relationships with parents through facilitation of open, responsive communication on a continual basis.
• Promptly direct any relevant feedback (positive or negative) to the Head Teacher and/or Site Supervisor.
• Be prepared to work outdoors and…