Welcome to Santa Clara Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in Santa Clara Unified School District. Our employees work together to support graduates who are resilient, future-ready, lifelong learners who think critically, solve problems collaboratively, and are prepared to thrive in a global society. SCUSD’s Adult Portrait embodies eight elements that support our students:

• World-Leading Professional
• Student-Centered Lifelong Learner
• Creative and Critical Thinker
• Adaptive Forward Thinker
• The Caring Adult
• Inclusivity Champion
• Equity Advocate
• Empowering Collaborator If you have the skills to support this vision, we invite you to apply to join our team. Santa Clara Unified School District serves over 15,000 TK-12 students, in addition to students in Preschool through Adult School. Neighborhoods in the Cities of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, San Jose, and Cupertino comprise the District's 56 square-mile area. Santa Clara Unified prides itself on having teachers, classified employees, and administrators who are dedicated, experienced professionals who care about each student's well-being and academic preparation. NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: Santa Clara Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), mental or physical disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. The Title IX Coordinator is Stacy Joslin, 1889 Lawrence Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051Job SummaryFor more information, please email: fce_recruit@scusd.netRequirements / Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: -12 or more college semester credits or equivalent quarter units in Early Childhood or Child Development education at an accredited or approved college or university, including 3 units in Infant care and education is required. Valid CA Associate Teacher Child Development permit desired (Required for funded programs). -1-2 years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old in an infant, toddler, or preschool early learning or group childcare program -CPR and First Aid Certified -Must be able to lift 30 lbs. chest high, and pass a physical exam -Must be able to walk, squat, bend, and stand; ability to move freely to supervise and engage in indoor and outdoor activities with children.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: -Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum directly connected to the needs and interests of the children. -Knowledge or understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practices, PITC, Preschool Learning Foundations, Desired Results Developmental Profile, Teaching Pyramid and Inclusive practices preferred. -Keep children safe and healthy through proper supervision, authentic interaction and practicing good health habits. -Assist in creating exciting and enriched environments connected to curriculum and quality learning experiences. -Communicate regularly with parents to support, guide, and share in their child’s development. -Work collaboratively with other staff by practicing workplace values, flexibility, and being a team player. -Provide excellent customer service for families, school, community and each other.
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