Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.

SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.

Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Description

 

(PROJECT FUNDED POSITION, CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING)

Temporary position, scheduled to end on September 30, 2026.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist in providing a safe and stimulating environment that supports the optimal growth and development of each child at the Child Development Center, serve as a role model for assistant teachers, student teachers, service learners, and observers in demonstrating and providing mentoring on developmentally appropriate methods and practices. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is distinguished by requiring skills and abilities necessary for the incumbent to develop and mentor children of pre-school age. This classification requires a person with patience, caring attitude, and stamina to work with and around children. This classification requires a working knowledge of child development, nutrition, and care.

Qualifications

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

An associate degree in early childhood education or related field, to include twelve (12) units of Early Childhood Education core classes to include at minimum: Child/Human Growth and Development; Child, Family, and Community; and Programs/Curriculum as designated by the State of California AND three (3) semester units of supervised field experience in an Early Childhood Education setting.
OR
A California Child Development Teacher permit which includes twelve (12) units of Early Childhood Education core classes to include at minimum: Child/Human Growth and Development; Child, Family, and Community; and Programs/Curriculum as designated by the State of California.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of valid Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificates or the ability to obtain certificates within one (1) month of hire.

Must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment physical examination if selected for position.

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.

• One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.

• If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

• Additional assessment is required for Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Preschool curriculum.
• Theories and principles of early childhood development, including the fundamental principles of the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Methods used to document children's work include computer skills, photography, and various    media/languages (clay, paint, wire, music, dance, and movement).
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Applicable laws, codes, state regulations and accreditation, policies, and procedures.

Ability to:

• Communicate with and resolve issues from students and parents. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. 
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Plan and organize work.
• Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and community college students’ cultural populations.
• Applicable laws, codes, state regulations, and accreditation, policies, and procedures.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Teacher - Child Development Center/Lab School

Duties

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Design, plan, and implement learning environments and daily schedule of the classroom to include cognitive development, creative expression, physical motor development, social and emotional development, and multicultural experiences.
2. Work with assistant teachers and student teachers to ensure a continuous quality program.
3. Prepare to support and help provide a well-organized program each day.
4. Share responsibility for classroom activities with the assistant teacher.
5. Encourages family participation in children’s activities; provides information about community resources to parents including health, social services.
6. Communicate directly with parents and provide guidance and assistance to them as needed.
7. Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy classroom environment.
8. Observe and provide feedback on the quality of interactions between mentees and children.
9. Attend staff meetings and contribute as requested and appropriate.

Supplemental Information

SALARY SCHEDULE: CSEA - Classified Bargaining Unit

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This is a non-telecommuting position.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a Children’s Center and outdoor environment with frequent interruptions and distractions; contact with children and parents; contact with blood and other body fluids.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a Children’s Center; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight and to lift moderately heavy children; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard, and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Application Process:

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date, including a current resume, and unofficial transcripts showing awarded degree(s) and completion date, as well as any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application.

A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.

 

If you do not possess the exact degree major(s) listed in the minimum qualifications section, you will need to submit an equivalency application.

 

A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

 

INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.

 

If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval.

Candidates selected for employment with SWCCD must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro).

 

American with Disabilities (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SWCCD will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

SWCCD shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the SWCCD on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.


Notice of Availability of the Annual Security Report:

SWCCD is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the SWCPD website.

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security Report, which contains this information, you can stop by the College Police Department or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (619) 482-6390.


Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP):

More information about the DAAPP, including the Biennial report and additional resources can be found in the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program website.