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North of the River Recreation and Park District (Willowtree Preschool)
 Part-time day care head teacher position is for Willowtree Preschool for up to 32 hrs/wk, Monday - Friday, between 06:45am-6:00 pm. Day Care head teachers start at $12.66 - $13.96 per hour.

The Day Care Head Teacher is responsible for directing the Willowtree Preschool. The Head Teacher provides unity and continuity to the California State Licensed program and being sensitive, mature, and relating well to both children and adults. Supervise Day Care Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Aides, and Volunteers.

Must be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate or equivalent with four years experience working in an instructional capacity in a licensed program. Additional education may be substituted for the experience requirements as per State licensing guidelines. Some supervisory experience required. Must have completed semester units as follows: 15 units in child development (to include 3 units in infant care) and 3 administrative or staff relations units. Must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions; can get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor.

An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing the following:

  • California State Licensing Requirements
  • A reference investigation will be conducted to include licensing fingerprinting
  • Must submit to a post offer medical, TB Skin, and drug screen
  • Official Transcripts required upon job offer.
  • Must have a valid California Driver's License and provide a valid auto insurance certificate upon job offer. Driving record must comply with District safety standards.
  • Must submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
    All work is performed in a child care environment with indoor activities that include standing, sitting on the floor/chair and outdoor activities that include standing and walking on playground concrete, sand and grass. Some exposure to household cleaning supplies. At some locations, setting and washing tables, dish washing and kitchen cleanup requires some lifting and bending at the sink. The qualification requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of the job. Physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties.

  • Responsible for the supervision, safety and well-being of children.
  • Responsible for the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum, weekly lesson plans and daily activities.
  • Responsible for monitoring and collection of tuition fees.
  • Responsible for staff scheduling, orientation, site training, site staff meetings and performance evaluations.
  • Reports on potential or actual employee performance issues to the Children’s Services Supervisor and recommends disciplinary action.
  • Involved in the Staff hiring process for their site.
  • Maintains all State requirements including student and staff files.
  • Works with facility management to ensure proper facility usage, maintenance and safety standards are maintained.
  • Conducts parent conferences with the children's parents on school adjustment and classroom behavior.
  • Responsible for children's developmental progress evaluations and observances.
  • Responsible for snack menu orders/purchases with supervisor's approval.
  • Attends all meetings and activities of the program i.e. unit training, staff meetings and parent meetings, etc.
  • If assigned to a site that includes a food program, responsible for daily paperwork for the program.
  • Completes District-provided training to include CPR, First Aid and preventative health care practices and follow-up training sessions recommended by the supervisor.
  • Recommends supplies and equipment to be purchased.
  • May assist with some preparation and cleanup of breakfast and lunch (i.e. placing dishes and silverware on tables, washing tables, cleaning dishes, etc.)
  • Must keep current on the required safety training designated for this position: CPR and FA, and Defensive Driver’s Training, Supervisor’s Drug Awareness training, and Supervisor’s Sexual Harassment training.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

    DEADLINE FOR APPLYING: October 15, 2008. If interested, please submit the following to the Personnel Office located at the District’s Administrative Center, 405 Galaxy Ave, Bakersfield, Ca., 93308:

  • Employment Application (resume’s will be accepted only with a completed Application)
  • Current Employee’s can submit an Employee interest form or an updated application. Contact the Personnel Office at 392-2000 for more information. Applications can be downloaded from the district’s website at www.norfun.org, Employment Section.
    Posted on 9/18/08

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    Child Haven Preschool (Bakersfield)
    Looking for energetic, creative full-time teacher to work with 3 year olds. You will be responsible for 12 children, planning developmentally appropriate activities, ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children at the school and be able to open and or close. Required to have mininium of 12 ECE units. Salary is $9.00 + an hour depends on experience. Includes paid vacation, paid sick, medical insurance and dental insurance. Deadline to apply is July 27, 2008 with a start date of August 1, 2008. Please contact Heather Garcia at (661) 327-1631 or e-mail childhaven01@sbcglobal.net to apply. Posted on 7/15/08

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    The Garden Preschool (Downtown Bakersfield)
    Dependable, experienced full-time teachers needed for a fun preschool age program ages 2 to 5 years. Will need to have 12 or more E.C.E. units, background check (fingerprints), first aid and TB clearance. Infant/toddler units is a plus. Previous experience in the classroom is also required. Salary will be based upon experience and education. Please contact Sandy at 661.633.2302 or stop by to pick up an application at 900 22nd Street.
    Posted on 1/31/08

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