COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP of KERN
Child Education and Development Services
Associate Teacher
Disclaimer: Job descriptions are written as a representative list
of the ADA essential duties performed by a job class. They cannot include nor are they
intended to include all duties performed by all positions occupying a class.
Salary Range:
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Date Approved: 06/04/2013
SUMMARY:
Along with teacher, to provide a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate, educational and
supervised environment for children 3-5 years of age (i.e. indoor classroom, outdoor play area,
and during field trips). Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program. To promote
the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of children. To develop individual
goals for children, provide ongoing assessments and children’s progress and facilitate
transitions to kindergarten. Responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable
regulations, policies and procedures.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives supervision from the Center Director I/II
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Disclaimer – This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the
duties listed or may perform related duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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Assists with the completion and maintained of children’s educational records and
parent/teacher conference as required and assigned by Teacher and/or Center Director.
Follow the 3 CLASS domains of effective teacher-child interactions, emotional support,
classroom organization and instructional support.
Report all child injuries to the Teacher immediately.
Completes Child Accident Report for all observed incidents and submit report to
Teacher.
Observe and record behaviors of children to assist Teacher and/or Center Director.
Follow a consistent schedule that meets individual needs, including small and large
group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities,
skill development, meals and effective transitions between activities.
Adhere to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA 1992), which prohibits discriminatory
actions toward children and/or adult with disabilities. In collaboration with disabilities
staff and Local Education Agencies (LEA) ensure the delivery of services to any disabled
child in accordance to the goals and objectives of the child’s Individual Education Plan
(IEP) and Individual Family Services Plan (IFSP).
In collaboration with Teacher, creates, implements, and ensures that the physical
environment is clean, safe, and inviting; is stimulating and conducive to learning; is
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respectful of the children’s cultures and ethnic diversity and reflects the needs of the
children served; space in the classroom is well organized into easily recognizable
functional areas.
Assists Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans
which provide opportunities for children to participate in a variety of activities indoors and
out; provide large group, small group, and individual activities; teacher-initiated and
child-initiated activities; and integrate the educational concepts of health, nutrition, and
social and emotional well being.
Maintains confidentiality of records and information on children and families at all times.
In collaboration with teaching staff, follows appropriate transitioning activities for
children.
Encourage and support staff development for the staff, parents and/or volunteers
through participation in activity planning and program implementation. Provide
assistance to the other center staff, and parents in the classroom record keeping and
planning.
Works in Cooperation with Mentor Coaches as assigned.
Maintains compliance with universal precautions in the classroom, during home visits
and when administering first aid.
Follow procedures as a Mandated Reporter to report suspected child abuse/neglect.
Assists with parent/teacher conferences as available.
Participates in requisitioning appropriate supplies and materials for the classroom.
Participates in and/or carries out and documents monthly fire and emergency drills, as
planned.
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Attends all meetings, trainings, and conferences as assigned.
Maintains safe and functional work environment.
Work alternative hours as required.
Is proactive in the program effort to recruit and enroll families that qualify for CEDS
programs.
5. Performs other tasks as may be required for the efficient operation of the
comprehensive, integrated program.
6. Center assignment will determine 10-month (part-year) or 12-month (full-year) status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to satisfactorily
perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of:
Agency and departmental policies and procedures
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Correspondence and report writing practices and procedures
Current problem of social and economically challenged families
Contributions of parents and volunteers who may be non-professional
Ability to:
Ability to deal with conceptual matters
Ability to plan, organize, allocate and control substantial resources.
Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally
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Effectively present Head Start/Early Head Start program to the general public
Bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities desirable.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability
necessary to perform the duties of the position.
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Must possess or be able to possess a valid Associate Teachers Permit or higher; by
meeting standards established by California Commission on Teacher Credentialing,
options 1-3, dated February 1, 1997
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and State automobile insurance, and
acceptable driving record substantiated by a DMV printout.
Completion of a physical and substance abuse screening upon offer of employment.
Must be fingerprinted if required by funding source or state licensing and have such records
filed with the State Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing.
Successful completion of TB screening upon employment and every three years thereafter.
Must have completed a First Aid/ CPR Certificate or will obtain the certification within 90
days of employment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in
performing the essential functions of this job.
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Work is primarily performed indoors.
Noise level varies.
Hazards are minimal.
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ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
POSITION TITLE
Associate Teacher
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Twisting Waist
Is repetitive use of hand required?
Simple Grasping (right hand)
Simple Grasping (left hand)
Power Grasping (right hand)
Power Grasping (left hand)
Fine Manipulation (right hand)
Fine Manipulation (left hand)
Pushing & Pulling (right hand)
Pushing &Pulling (left hand)
Reaching (above shoulder level)
Reaching (below shoulder level)
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51-75lbs
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