Child Care Assistant

Salary : $19.33 - $23.29 Hourly

Location : Conejo Valley Unified School District - Thousand Oaks, CA

Job Type : Academic School YR (9.5 Months)~3.5 Hours / Wk Day

Job Number : 24-198-1

Division : Business Services

Opening Date : 07 / 01 / 2024

Salary Schedule Range : C-30

RECRUITMENT DETAILS

ASSIGNMENT TYPE : All positions are 3.5 hour / day - School-Term (209 days / year). TYPICAL WORK SHIFTS : 2 : 00 - 5 : 30 pm or 2 : 30 - 6 : 00 pm. and on Minimum Day Schedule 1 : 30 - 6 : 00 pm.

Some positions require an Associate Teacher permit or above issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. These positions are located at Wonder Preschool.

Substitute positions (on-call) are also available.

THE ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS

APPLICATION PROCESS

Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link toward the top of the page. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass / Fail

Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process.

For those passing the Training and Experience Evaluation :

2. General Fitness Exam

The General Fitness Exam will consist of an on-line multiple choice examination assessing fundamental knowledge for the position.

Applicants must receive a passing score on the General Fitness examination to be placed on the year-long eligibility list. The top 3 ranks (scores) on the eligibility list are eligible for the hiring interview for each vacancy in this classification within the life of the list.

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist in the care, supervision and learning activities of children enrolled in a designated child care center or program; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities, which promote child's cognitive, linguistic, physical, social-emotional, and self expressive learning and development in a safe and well supervised manner; carries out program goals and policies.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS BETWEEN RELATED CLASSES

Child Care Assistant is an entry-level class in the classification series; incumbents hold primary responsibility for providing child care services within program guidelines, with limited responsibility for decision making regarding program planning. Child Care Assistant is distinguished from a Child Care Leader in that the latter is assigned responsibility for planning and coordinating child care program activities at an assigned school site, and providing work direction and guidance to incumbents in a Child Care Assistant classification.

Positions in this classification do not provide instructional support in a K-12 classroom and do not fall under the provisions of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Work collaboratively with center staff to develop written lesson plans and objectives for the purpose of design, planning and implementation of programs for preschool and elementary age children that utilize developmentally appropriate curriculum which focuses children's attention on a particular concept or topic, offer a balance of staff and child guided activities, include interactive small and large group experiences and opportunities for sustained high-level play; school age programs will include homework assistance as part of the daily schedule.

Guide children in the appropriate use of supplies, materials and equipment; assist in monitoring the use of materials, supplies and equipment and maintain inventory controls.

In collaboration with Child Care Leader and assigned supervisor, design, implement and maintain site programming and classroom environment utilizing ECERS and SACERS guidelines

Assist Child Care Leaders with gathering anecdotal observations, student portfolios, and other record keeping, for the purpose of driving instruction by utilizing assessment tools to monitor children's progress toward program's desired goals.

Perform operational activities incidental to the operation of the program, such as monitoring authorization of persons to sign-in and out program participants, shopping for snacks and classroom materials, preparation of snacks and clean up, and general housekeeping activities, including tuition payments, ordering supplies, and basic record keeping.

Provide information and respond to inquiries from parents participating in the program and the public by interpreting policies and procedures with regard to program operation.

Assist in ensuring a safe and healthy classroom environment to achieve optimal learning and development.

Attend staff meetings, parent meetings, and orientation and in-services trainings.

OTHER DUTIES :

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

Six (6) months of experience working with children of school age in paid or volunteer capacity in organizational setting and / or verified baby-sitting experience.

Preferred not Required : (1) High School diploma or an equivalent, and at minimum an equivalent to six (6) college-level semester units in social sciences or a closely related field, including psychology, child development, early childhood education, sociology, or social welfare, (2) Associate's Degree in Psychology, Early Childhood Education / Child Development is desirable.

Note : Applicants will be screened in the order of preferred qualifications, followed by minimum qualifications until sufficient applicants are admitted into the examination to meet expected vacancy needs.

JOB COMPETENCIES : Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of :

• Theory and practice of early childhood and / or school-age education
• Organization and operation of child care and education programs
• Program evaluation methods and assessment tools
• Basic elements of team teaching
• Principles of classroom health and safety
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Recordkeeping practices and procedures

Ability to :

Nondiscrimination in Employment

The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (BP 0410). Any applicant who attempts to directly contact individual Board Members with the intent of influencing the deciaion of the Board will be considered disqualified from candidacy for this position.

BENEFITS

MEDICAL / PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE : Employees holding regular / permanent positions at 27.5 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in a variety of District plans. Employee contribution amount towards a premium varies based on medical plan. Family coverage is also available with an additional employee monthly paid premium. NOTE : Employees with assignments fewer than 27.5 hours per week are eligible to participate / buy-in into medical plans at full cost.

DENTAL INSURANCE : Employees holding regular / permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family dental insurance.

VISION CARE INSURANCE : Employees holding regular / permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family vision insurance.

HOLIDAYS : Up to fourteen paid holidays per year.

LIFE INSURANCE : Employees holding regular / permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family life insurance.

VACATION : Employees with one to three years of service earn 12 vacation days per year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn vacation on a pro rata basis). The number of vacation days earned increases with longevity up to 20 days per year after 15 years of service.

SICK LEAVE : One day per month, cumulative from year to year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn sick leave on a pro rata basis).

RETIREMENT : Employees holding regular / permanent positions at 4 or more hours daily AND at least 20 hours weekly are covered by Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Click to visit website.

Employees holding positions that are fewer than 4 hours per day or 20 hours per week are enrolled in APPLE, an alternative to Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer.

SALARY STEP MOVEMENT : First day of fiscal year (July 1st) for those employees in working status at least 75% of work year.

LONGEVITY COMPENSATION : Upon completion of 7, 10, 14, 20, 24, and 29 years of service from the hire date, employees receive an additional 2 1 / 2% salary increase.

REPRESENTATION : Classified staff (with the exception of Campus Safety Assistants) are represented by Chapter 620, CSEA.

Please read carefully before submitting your application. To assist our screening committee in evaluating your background qualifications for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections. DO NOT rely on your resume to convey your education and experience as the optional resume is only considered at the time of the hiring interview. I have read and understand these instructions.

Do you have a Child Development Associate Teacher's permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing or above? If so, please enter the exact Document Title of the Certificate, the Document Number the name it was issued to, and the Expiration Date. If not, type N / A.

If not adequately documented within your application, please describe your work experience and education as it pertains to the Child Care Assistant minimum entrance qualifications.

Typical work shifts are Monday - Friday from 2 : 00 - 5 : 30 pm or 2 : 30 - 6 : 00 pm. In addition, whenever there are minimum days, the work shift is from 1 : 30 - 6 : 00 pm. Please choose a response below.

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