Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Day-to-Day

Insight Global is seeking Early Head Start Teachers in Santa Barbara, CA. This position will be covering for a teacher on maternity leave, and may get extended after their return into a full time position. The hours will be M-F 8-4pm PST.

ACCOUNTABILITIES / SPECIFIC JOB COMPETENCIES

1. Children & Families

Communicates positively with parents on a regular, planned basis as well as on an informal daily basis. Conducts parent conferences annually or as requested by supervisor or parent. Assists in organizing and attends parent functions.

Responsible for providing safe and nurturing care to all children at all times including but not limited to diapering or toileting, feeding, and supporting and modeling positive behaviors while attending to the various social and emotional needs of the children. Percentage of time: 30%

2. Classroom & Curriculum

Responsible for prep and clean-up tasks such as; setting out snacks and meals, preparation and clean-up of projects and environments, preparing the room for nap and mealtimes, implementing and maintaining a creative and safe learning environment both inside and out.

Selects and carries out age appropriate curriculum for the children as outlined in our curriculum philosophies. Maintains standards as described in National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation materials while creating a caring, peaceful environment with emphasis placed on child centered learning. Percentage of time: 20%

3. Communications & Teamwork

Maintains positive and open channels of communications with all co-workers. Consistently adheres to Hospitals Standards of Behavior and Code of Conduct as well as to Child Care Services Commitment to my Co-Worker. Cottage Health Job Description

Maintains clear and timely communications with supervisors and team members regarding any concerns about childrens health, safety, emotional well-being, behavioral or developmental issues and environmental hazards. Percentage of time: 30%

4. Documentation & Department Specific Policies

Maintains all appropriate documentation including but not limited to: Completing bi-annual assessment checklists for children and monthly observations and observation charts. Maintaining documentation binders for children in primary group. Completes 10 -15 mouse notes monthly. Maintaining all daily classrooms charting as assigned.

Attends all monthly staff meetings, all Department meetings and all In-Service days with no more than 2 excused absences per year. Attends one workshop or conference for professional growth and development per year. Completes all required HealthStream classes and takes responsibility for completing KRONOS records as needed. Keeps current with all Hospital and Departmental email.

Responsible for understanding and remaining compliant with all Departmental policies. Percentage of time: 10%

5. Lead Responsibilities

· Completes classroom charts as assigned

· Manages daily smooth running of the classroom. I.e. break taking, flexing, grouping of children.

· Addresses parents concerns and questions

· Checks in with Program Supervisor on a daily basis.

· Manages classroom expenses.

· Leads and directs Substitute and Float Teachers and Teacher 1s as needed. Percentage of time: 10%

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .

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Skills and Requirements

Must-haves

  24 Units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) and 3 in Infant/Toddler courses with 2 years of teaching experience

  OR 24 ECE units, with at least 3 in Infant/Toddler care plus an additional 16 ECE or General ED units, and 1 year teaching experience

OR A Child Development Teacher Permit, with at least 3 ECE units in Infant/Toddler null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.