Teacher

Definition and Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Head Teacher, the Teacher is responsible for assisting with the implementation of a quality developmentally appropriate childcare program. The Teacher helps to supervise the activities of the children, the student staff, and volunteers at the Children’s Center. Promoting a safe, healthy, and creative environment, the Teacher also participates in planning and implementing curriculum, and assessing children’s development.

Additionally, all ASI employees are responsible for upholding the core values of the organization including but not limited to exhibiting professional behavior, acting as a role model to others, displaying a positive and cooperative attitude, communicating effectively, developing expert knowledge in area of specialization, and working together as a team.

Requirements

Educational and Qualifying Experience, Skills, Licenses, Credentials

Educational / License / Credential Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 12 semester units in early childhood education or development required, including one course in each of the following core areas : child / human growth and development, child and family relations, and programs / curriculum or an AA in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development or a related field
• California Child Development permit of Associate Teacher or higher obtained within first 60 days of hire (at minimum proof of application submittal must be provided within the first 60 days of hire).
• Current American Red Cross Certification in the following : Adult and Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED.
• Fifteen (15) hours of Health and Safety Training.

Experience Requirements

Physical Requirements

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Curriculum and Classroom Management

Parental Communication and Management

Assessment

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Background Check

This position is subject to a background check (including criminal records) as well as National Address Locater (Social Security Number [SSN] Trace), 7-year County Criminal Search in each county and / or state the applicant lived in based on the SSN Trace, National Criminal Database Search, Name Search, Employment Verification (All employers in past 7 years) and Education Verification (Highest Degree). Credit Reports, Motor Vehicle Record Check and Professional License Verification may also be required based upon the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

Salary Schedule

Benefits

Position Open Until Filled

Date of Last Equity Review :   01 / 01 / 2022

Date revised : 08 / 11 / 2025

The Associated Students, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.