Early Childhood Senior Teacher II (Infant/Toddler)

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The IRD for this job is: 04-17-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Colleges, Housing and Educational Services (CHES) is a multi-funded organization within the Division of Student Affairs and Success, (DSAS) at the University of California (UC) Santa Cruz. CHES provides leadership in the areas of college student life and residential services, housing services, facilities, capital planning, dining services, conference services, early education services and business and financial analysis for these areas. Through these units, educational and developmental programs and services are offered to all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, children and external constituents.

CHES provides on-campus housing and dining services to nearly 9,500 undergraduate and graduate students in ten residential colleges and six multi-college affiliated residential communities which support single students and students with families. CHES offers Early Education Services for student parents.

The Early Education Services (EES) unit of CHES provides early care, early education and after-school care for UC student families whose children are between ages 11 months in our infant program through 2nd grade in our after-school program . EES administers California Department of Education and California Department of Social Service Title 5 contract that provides subsidies for families to reduce childcare tuition and higher quality care for all children.

More information can be found at: https://childcare.ucsc.edu/

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Site Supervisor of Early Education Services, the incumbent organizes and coordinates the care and developmental activities for infants, preschoolers, and school aged children.

The Early Childhood Senior Teacher II gives direction to the Teacher 1 and Assistant Teachers, and supervises and trains student teaching assistants. The Early Childhood Senior Teacher II is the senior level the Child Development Center Teacher titles.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $30.98/hourly
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Clerical Employees (CX)

Job Code Classification: CHILD DEV CTR TEACHER 2 (004105)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

80% - Child Development and Education

• Assumes responsibility for the general supervision and safety of all children in attendance, including compliance with Department of Social Services licensing requirements and Titles 5 and 22 regulations.
  Completes the California Department of Education is Desired Results Developmental Profile, (DRDP) assessment tool, twice a year and maintains a developmental portfolio for a designated group of children. Using the DRDP's, makes regular observations of children to assess their strengths and goals.
• Documents and analyzes information from developmental assessment to plan appropriate curriculum for children and maintain ongoing communication with families.
• With oversight responsibility, in conjunction with Teacher 1 staff, design and maintain a developmentally appropriate environment conducive to children's safe and independent exploration.
• Establishes and maintains a safe, clean, functional and organized atmosphere inside the facility and in the outside yard
• Through daily interactions, promotes the development of children's self-control, self esteem, self-help skills, and positive relationships with others.
• Participate in overall program evaluation, planning of program's goals and effectiveness.
• Oversees policies and procedures relating to the care of children in the classroom. In conjunction with the Site Supervisor, provide direction to the Teacher 1 and Teaching Assistants in program practices.
• Provides input to the Site Supervisor regarding long term program planning. Ensures classroom compliance with the Department of Social Services licensing requirements and Title 5 regulations.

10% - Collaborative Relationships with Families

• 'Establish and maintain regular respectful verbal and written communication with parents to inform families of their child's day and center activities. Work in collaboration with families to facilitate children's transitions between home and the center. Assist in maintaining a culturally sensitive, respectful atmosphere for families. Encourage family involvement in program. Attend quarterly family meetings.
  

10% - Teamwork and Professional Growth

• Attend regularly scheduled, evening staff meetings, student training seminars, and program wide staff meetings. Actively participate and contribute as a team member with all other staff. Establish and maintain effective communication through cooperative problem solving and active listening skills with other staff.
  Participation at in-service trainings, workshops, conferences, and other professional growth activities (some evening or weekend hours) to improve skills, update knowledge of current professional practices and ongoing accumulation of training hours and/or units to renew Child Care Permit following the Child Development Permit Matrix.
• Participate in hiring, supervising and evaluating student teaching assistants. Plan and conduct regular training seminars.
• In the absence of the Site Supervisor, may serve as "Supervisor Designee" to meet Title 22 Licensing requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with, and knowledge of, infant, and toddler and preschool developmental needs in social, emotional, cognitive, and physical areas.
• Experience with, and knowledge of current quality practices in the field of Early Childhood Education and the California Department of Education, Infant, Toddler and Preschool Foundations and Frameworks.
• Specific Infant and Toddler Center Experience with at least 3 ECE Units of years of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group childcare program, dealing with children less than three years of age.
• Specific Preschool Center Experience with at least three years of work experience in a licensed childcare center or in a comparable group childcare program, dealing with children of less than three years of age.
• Specific School Age Center experience with at least three years of work experience in a program for children aged 4.75 to twelve years of age.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement a developmentally appropriate program for children: e.g., curriculum, assessment, environment.
• Experience in giving direction to other adults in a childcare center or other comparable program environment.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of children and adults.
• Ability to work with children with a wide range of ages.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Sufficient word-processing and computer skills to prepare developmental assessments, memos, flyers, newsletter articles, curriculum materials, documentation and portfolios.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong knowledge of Title 22 and Title 5 Regulations.
• Experience working in a Title 5 Child Development Program.
• Experience with DRDP, (Desired Rating Developmental Profiles), Assessment tool.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Possess a current California Child Development Master Teacher's Permit or higher, or be eligible to obtain a Master Teacher's Permit within 12 months of employment.
• Must provide proof of a current negative TB test and completed Health Screening Report within 7 days of hire.
• Selected candidate will be required to provide proof of negative TB test.
• Ability to obtain a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certificate.
• The ability to move materials weighing up to 25lbs. with or without accommodation.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Selected candidate will be required to comply with current Early Education Services employee health safety requirements for childcare providers as defined by state regulatory agencies. Current health safety requirements to be discussed during interview.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination