Child Development Associate Teacher

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. is one of the largest human services providers in California that operates a variety of programs to serve the poor and strives to find permanent solutions to crisis situations by offering clients the tools and resources needed to achieve greater self-reliance and stability in their lives.

Catholic Charities operates 18 community centers, one residence, and 8 homeless shelters and serves the poor with multi-faceted programs, including: after-school childcare; immigration, refugee, youth employment and psychological services; homework assistance and tutoring; English as a Second Language (ESL) and General Education diploma (GED) classes for adults; and services for homebound seniors and pregnant and parenting youth. In this way, Catholic Charities maintains a continuum of care for clients as they move from vulnerability to self-sufficiency.

The person in this role instructs children in activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth in a state funded program. Assists the child development teacher and child development program director with development and delivery of childcare curriculum per state requirements. Responsible for the general supervision and management of up to 14 children. Plans, supervises, and implements program curriculum for the site. Structures program to the needs of children with concern for their interests, special talents, and individual style. Ensures the safety and health of students. Responsible for the cleanliness and safety of the classroom. Assists site supervisor with state required reporting, observations, and record keeping. Assists site child development teacher in the preparation and service of snacks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, supervises and implements Adeste program curriculum for the site.
• Structures program to the needs of children with concern for their interests, special talents, and individual style.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and safety in classroom.
• Assists child development teacher in supervising children.
• Keeps records of children’s progress through Desired Results, Portfolios, observations and anecdotal records.
• Assists child development teacher with the Child’s Developmental Progress Report.
• Assists child development teacher with the Program Self-Evaluation.
• Assists child development teacher with the Desired Results Developmental Profile.
• Attends all staff meetings and recommended training programs.
• Assists in the preparation and service of snacks.
• Assists parents to complete Adeste parent contract when needed.
• Observe children and document according to DRDP activities.
• Operates program in accordance with Department of Social Services & Community Care Licensing regulations.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Must have a current Child Development Associate Teacher permit issued by the state of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Must have valid 15-hour infant, child and adult CPR certificate. (includes infant child, adult CPR, pediatric first aid, preventative /health/safety –include nutrition), and Mandated Reporter training.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
Must have current TB clearance.

This is a part time position.