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Teacher I, Early Childhood Services
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26578265 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $49,674 - $70,386 |
Position Information
UC Riverside's Early Childhood Services is recruiting for multiple, full-time Teacher I's. Under the general supervision of the Center Director, Site Coordinator or Lead Teacher II, the Teacher I provides classroom instruction in a team-teaching environment in the development activities and care of infants, preschool and/or school age children from ages six weeks to twelve years. Collaborates to ensure the smooth function of the classroom in the daily routines, implementation of the early care and education curriculum or school-age program and compliance with mandated adult child ratios, maintaining program quality. Writes and implements lesson and activity plans; participates in the overall evaluation of the program. Works cooperatively with parents and supervisory staff to coordinate early care and education program as part of the Early Childhood Services (ECS) team.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| AA/BA in Child Development, Human Development, Education or Early Childhood Education. | Preferred |
| 3 units in infant/toddler care. | Preferred |
Certifications
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Possession of Child Development Permit at Teacher level, or meet all requirements to complete application for Teacher Permit prior to employment start date. | Required |
| Valid CPR/First Aid Certificate. | Required |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum 2 years' experience working in a licensed center-based program with children birth-3 years or 3-5 years of age. | Required |
| Experience working in a campus Early Childhood Education/Development Center. | Preferred |
| Training and experience in Creative, Emergent or Reggio Curriculums. | Preferred |
| Training and experience in completing Thelma-Harms Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS/ITERS). | Preferred |
| Training and Experience in completing Desired Results Developmental Profile, CLASS, ASQ or ASQ-SE. | Preferred |
| Experience working with infants/toddlers (children ages 0-2.5 years old). | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Overtime | Required |
| Variable hours. | Required |
| Proof of negative TB test within last 12 months. | Required |
| Valid certification in CPR and First Aid. | Required |
| Transcripts required as proof of required coursework (8 core classes) and a Teachers Permit from the CCTC. | Required |
| Background check to include Child Abuse Index and Criminal Record Clearance. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Ability to train support staff through role modeling and verbal explanations.
Skill and knowledge to lead classroom management and instruction. Skill and knowledge to work as part of the classroom teaching team. Skill in prioritizing the needs of children, parents, and the classroom. Skill in providing positive support to developing young children and their families in all situations. Skill and knowledge to work with diverse populations.
Demonstrated skill in communicating and speaking in English effectively with children, staff and parents to read text of children's stories and as needed for food preparation, safety manuals, medication labels, and posted allergy lists.
Knowledge, training (valid certification) and ability to perform CPR/First Aid on children who have been injured and may be unable to stand up and/or walk. Ability to escort children to designated safe/secure area during required monthly fire drills and/or emergency evacuations.
Knowledge of and skill in applying conflict resolution techniques with both adults and children.
Ability to continue educational coursework toward renewal of Child Development Permit and meeting the CTC requirements for upgrading to Master Teacher Level Permit within required timeline for renewal. Other: Participate in CA Department of Education and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) self-study toward accreditation and meeting program standards by completing all requested observations and surveys, portfolios and participation in Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS/ITERS), ASQ and CLASS classroom assessments.
Knowledge of current philosophies, research and Best Practices in early care and education of children. Knowledge of National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC) Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Knowledge of appropriate health and safety standards on toileting and food handling.
Knowledge of code of confidentiality as required by Title 22 (Health and Safety Code), Title 5 (Education Code) and Code of Ethical Conduct (NAEYC) in order to maintain compliance with above as it pertains to information provided to Center and its staff by families as well as all child assessments, developmental profiles and portfolios as well as interactions with staff.
Ability to lift children weighing up to 30 lbs. (frequent lifting, standing, stooping, bending).
Skill and knowledge to lead classroom management and instruction. Skill and knowledge to work as part of the classroom teaching team. Skill in prioritizing the needs of children, parents, and the classroom. Skill in providing positive support to developing young children and their families in all situations. Skill and knowledge to work with diverse populations.
Demonstrated skill in communicating and speaking in English effectively with children, staff and parents to read text of children's stories and as needed for food preparation, safety manuals, medication labels, and posted allergy lists.
Knowledge, training (valid certification) and ability to perform CPR/First Aid on children who have been injured and may be unable to stand up and/or walk. Ability to escort children to designated safe/secure area during required monthly fire drills and/or emergency evacuations.
Knowledge of and skill in applying conflict resolution techniques with both adults and children.
Ability to continue educational coursework toward renewal of Child Development Permit and meeting the CTC requirements for upgrading to Master Teacher Level Permit within required timeline for renewal. Other: Participate in CA Department of Education and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) self-study toward accreditation and meeting program standards by completing all requested observations and surveys, portfolios and participation in Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS/ITERS), ASQ and CLASS classroom assessments.
Knowledge of current philosophies, research and Best Practices in early care and education of children. Knowledge of National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC) Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Knowledge of appropriate health and safety standards on toileting and food handling.
Knowledge of code of confidentiality as required by Title 22 (Health and Safety Code), Title 5 (Education Code) and Code of Ethical Conduct (NAEYC) in order to maintain compliance with above as it pertains to information provided to Center and its staff by families as well as all child assessments, developmental profiles and portfolios as well as interactions with staff.
Ability to lift children weighing up to 30 lbs. (frequent lifting, standing, stooping, bending).
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview