| Program Director, Early Childhood Development Laboratory School (#2ASS07) |
Chabot / Las Positas College
Program Director, Early Childhood Development Laboratory School (#2ASS07)
Salary: $78,359 - $93,083/annual
Closing Date: 07/20/17
Location: Chabot College, Hayward, Ca
To apply, please submit your application and required documents on-line via our applicant system at www.clpccd.org/hr.
Job Summary
The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District is seeking a Program Director, Early Childhood Development Laboratory School for Chabot College in Hayward, California.
This position is responsible for the administration and supervision of the Chabot College ECD Laboratory School. Under general direction of the Dean of Social Sciences, the employee schedules staff, monitors enrollment through various funding sources, coordinates with Early Childhood Development (ECD) faculty in curriculum development, and establishes and maintains lines of communication between families, instructors, students and classroom teaching staff.
PURPOSE OF CLASS
To administer and supervise the day-to-day activities of the Chabot College ECD Lab School.
APPOINTMENT
The Program Director, ECD Lab School shall be elected by the Board of Trustees upon the nomination of the College President and the District Chancellor. This is a grant/categorically funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon available funding on a year to year basis.
Representative Duties
1. Assumes responsibility for the daily administration and supervision of the Chabot College ECD Lab School;
2. Oversees adherence to policies and procedures set by Community Care Licensing, State Department of Education, and Federal Grantees as well as Chabot-Las Positas Community College District including those related to child enrollment;
3. Establishes program philosophy in collaboration with ECD faculty and sets operational goals and vision for implementation with classroom teachers; assumes responsibility for the demonstration of developmentally appropriate practices based on current child development information and research;
4. Collaborates with ECD faculty in curriculum development which includes the alignment of theory and practice, instructor assignments, class offerings,
5. Works with the ECD Department regarding activities appropriate for the ECD Lab School children, staff, families, and college student population;
6. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the ECD Lab School annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments;
7. Researches, identifies, and creates grant applications for potential resources of additional income for the ECD Lab School; seeks funding sources to provide specified contracted services to eligible children and families;
8. Participates in hiring; supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned ECD Lab School staff; conducts regular staff meetings; assists in assigning students to individual classrooms for appropriate lab experience;
9. Conducts program reviews; evaluates the program yearly, maintains best practices;
10. Coordinates the parent and student enrollment, orientation and participation within the Center;
11. Provides responsible staff assistance to the assigned Dean, Social Sciences; in conducting a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to ECD Lab School programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate;
12. Coordinates services and activities with other departments as well as outside agencies; attend meetings with other community agencies; establishes and maintains lines of communication between families, instructors, students and classroom teaching staff;
13. Serves as the liaison for the ECD Lab School with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues;
14. Represents the College and the ECD Lab School in meetings both on campus and off campus concerning funding, licensing, and general understanding of the changes in the programs;
15. Responsible to Community Care Licensing to follow all regulations and guidelines concerning Laboratory licenses;
16. Maintains an early childhood resource library;
17. Actively involved in professional early care and education organizations and community agencies;
18. Performs other related duties as assigned.
NOTE: This class specification is not necessarily all-inclusive in terms of the duties and responsibilities.
Minimum Education and Experience
Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in child development, early childhood education, human development or a related field including 24 Child Development units, 6 Early Childhood Program Administration units, and 2 adult supervision units AND two years of increasingly responsible experience teaching young children and two years of experience supervising adults as a head teacher, site supervisor, co-op director, or in a related position OR equivalent combination of education and experience which indicates the possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully accomplish the work.
License or Certificate:
1. Possession of, or ability to qualify for, a Title V Site Supervisor or Program Director permit.
2. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR/First Aid Certification.
3. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class 3 (autos and light trucks) California Driver’s License.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
1. Operational characteristics, services and activities of a child development center and the principles and practices used in the administration of such a center;
2. Theories and principles of early childhood growth and development;
3. Early childhood teacher training principles and practices;
4. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation;
5. Principles and practices of grant writing, program development, implementation and administration;
6. Procedures, methods and techniques of budget preparation and control;
7. Methods and techniques of research, analysis, and report preparation;
8. Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting;
9. Pertinent Federal, State, local codes, laws, and regulations;
10. Licensing guidelines and funding terms and conditions for operation of child care and development programs in California;
11. Classroom management and instructional techniques;
12. Nutrition, health and safety needs of children;
13. Philosophy, concepts, methods, terminology and techniques for enhancing the development of infant, toddler and preschool age children.
Ability to:
1. Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive child development center;
2. Implement program policies and curriculum activities;
3. Identify and assess developmental needs of preschool age children, and be sensitive to children and families from diverse backgrounds;
4. Participate in the development and administration of goals, objectives, and procedures for assigned areas;
5. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, regulations and administrative policies and procedures;
6. Adhere to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) professional code of ethics and models this philosophy for all children, staff, and parents;
7. Maintain current knowledge of trends and research in early childhood education;
8. Communicate with and resolve issues from staff, parents, students, and others;
9. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques;
10. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals;
11. Prepare and administer grants and budgets; write proposals for grants; prepare reports required by grants;
12. Organize and coordinate projects and prioritize activities to meet established deadlines;
13. Supervise, direct, train and evaluate the work of assigned staff;
14. Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports;
15. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
16. Perform responsible administrative support duties involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative;
17. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
18. Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and personnel, including those with physical or learning disabilities.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to deal in an effective, tactful manner with the campus population and program participants. Good written and verbal communication skills as well as congenial personality to facilitate dealing with employees, program participants, and the public in general; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Self-motivated and assertive individual.
Desirable Qualifications
1. A Master’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or Human Development
2. Experience teaching in a community college setting
3. Minimum three years of management experience in a child care environment adhering to NAEYC standards, including program development and supervision
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Work in a sitting position for extended periods of time; function with sufficient static strength, extent flexibility and manual dexterity at the level required to perform the representative duties.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For the required “Other Document” please upload copies of required licenses/certificates OR a statement about the ability to obtain.
Notification to Applicants
The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position
Instructions for Personal Qualifications Statement
The purpose of the personal qualifications statement is for you to provide information on how your education and experience relate to the requirements and duties of the position. There is no form to complete. Applicants are requested to provide their personal qualifications statement by uploading a document, the same way as you do for your cover letter.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts/Credentials
4. Personal Qualifications Statement
5. Other Document
Optional Documents |
Hayward, CA 94545 |
2017-06-19 |
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| Program Director, Child Development Center #3AIN11 |
Chabot / Las Positas College
Program Director, Child Development Center #3AIN11
Salary: $78,359 - $93,083/annual
Closing Date: 08/14/17
Location: Livermore, Ca
To apply, please submit your application and required documents on-line via our applicant system at www.clpccd.org/hr.
Job Summary
The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District is seeking a Program Director, Child Development Center for Las Positas College in Livermore, California.
This position is responsible for the administration and supervision of the Las Positas College Child Development Center. Under general direction of the Dean of Social Sciences, the employee schedules staff, monitors enrollment through various funding sources, coordinates with Early Childhood Development (ECD) faculty in curriculum development, and establishes and maintains lines of communication between families, instructors, students and classroom teaching staff.
PURPOSE OF CLASS
To administer and supervise the day-to-day activities of the Las Positas Child Development Center.
APPOINTMENT
The Program Director, Child Development Center shall be elected by the Board of Trustees upon the nomination of the College President and the District Chancellor. This is a grant/categorically funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon available funding on a year to year basis.
Representative Duties
1. Assumes responsibility for the daily administration and supervision of the Las Positas Child Development Center;
2. Oversees adherence to policies and procedures set by Community Care Licensing, State Department of Education, and Federal Grantees as well as Chabot-Las Positas Community College District including those related to child enrollment;
3. Establishes program philosophy in collaboration with ECD faculty and sets operational goals and vision for implementation with classroom teachers; assumes responsibility for the demonstration of developmentally appropriate practices based on current child development information and research;
4. Collaborates with ECD faculty in curriculum development which includes the alignment of theory and practice, instructor assignments, class offerings,
5. Works with the ECD Department regarding activities appropriate for the Child Development Center children, staff, families, and college student population;
6. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the Child Development Center annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments;
7. Researches, identifies, and creates grant applications for potential resources of additional income for the Child Development Center; seeks funding sources to provide specified contracted services to eligible children and families;
8. Participates in hiring; supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned Child Development Center staff; conducts regular staff meetings; assists in assigning students to individual classrooms for appropriate lab experience;
9. Conducts program reviews; evaluates the program yearly, maintains best practices;
10. Coordinates the parent and student enrollment, orientation and participation within the Center;
11. Provides responsible staff assistance to the assigned Dean, Academic Services; in conducting a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to Child Development Center programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate;
12. Coordinates services and activities with other departments as well as outside agencies; attend meetings with other community agencies; establishes and maintains lines of communication between families, instructors, students and classroom teaching staff;
13. Serves as the liaison for the Child Development Center with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
14. Represents the College and the Child Development Center in meetings both on campus and off campus concerning funding, licensing, and general understanding of the changes in the programs;
15. Responsible to Community Care Licensing to follow all regulations and guidelines concerning Laboratory licenses;
16. Maintains an early childhood resource library;
17. Actively involved in professional early care and education organizations and community agencies;
18. Performs other related duties as assigned.
NOTE: This class specification is not necessarily all-inclusive in terms of the duties and responsibilities.
Minimum Education and Experience
Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in child development, early childhood education, human development or a related field including 24 Child Development units, 6 Early Childhood Program Administration units, and 2 adult supervision units AND two years of increasingly responsible experience teaching young children and two years of experience supervising adults as a head teacher, site supervisor, co-op director, or in a related position OR equivalent combination of education and experience which indicates the possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully accomplish the work.
License or Certificate:
1. Possession of, or ability to qualify for, a Title V Site Supervisor or Program Director permit.
2. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR/First Aid Certification.
3. Possession of a valid Class 3 (autos and light trucks) California Driver’s License.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
1. Operational characteristics, services and activities of a child development center and the principles and practices used in the administration of such a center;
2. Theories and principles of early childhood growth and development;
3. Early childhood teacher training principles and practices;
4. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation;
5. Principles and practices of grant writing, program development, implementation and administration;
6. Procedures, methods and techniques of budget preparation and control;
7. Methods and techniques of research, analysis, and report preparation;
8. Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting;
9. Pertinent Federal, State, local codes, laws, and regulations;
10. Licensing guidelines and funding terms and conditions for operation of child care and development programs in California;
11. Classroom management and instructional techniques;
12. Nutrition, health and safety needs of children;
13. Philosophy, concepts, methods, terminology and techniques for enhancing the development of infant, toddler and preschool age children.
Ability to:
1. Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive child development center;
2. Implement program policies and curriculum activities;
3. Identify and assess developmental needs of preschool age children, and be sensitive to children and families from diverse backgrounds;
4. Participate in the development and administration of goals, objectives, and procedures for assigned areas;
5. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, regulations and administrative policies and procedures;
6. Adhere to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) professional code of ethics and models this philosophy for all children, staff, and parents;
7. Maintain current knowledge of trends and research in early childhood education;
8. Communicate with and resolve issues from staff, parents, students, and others;
9. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques;
10. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals;
11. Prepare and administer grants and budgets; write proposals for grants; prepare reports required by grants;
12. Organize and coordinate projects and prioritize activities to meet established deadlines;
13. Supervise, direct, train and evaluate the work of assigned staff;
14. Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports;
15. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
16. Perform responsible administrative support duties involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative;
17. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
18. Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and personnel, including those with physical or learning disabilities.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to deal in an effective, tactful manner with the campus population and program participants. Good written and verbal communication skills as well as congenial personality to facilitate dealing with employees, program participants, and the public in general; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Self-motivated and assertive individual.
Desirable Qualifications
1. A Master’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or Human Development
2. Experience teaching in a community college setting
3. Minimum three years of management experience in a child care environment adhering to NAEYC standards, including program development and supervision
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Work in a sitting position for extended periods of time; function with sufficient static strength, extent flexibility and manual dexterity at the level required to perform the representative duties.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For the required “Other Document” please upload copies of required licenses/certificates OR a statement about the ability to obtain.
Notification to Applicants
The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position
Instructions for Personal Qualifications StatementThe purpose of the personal qualifications statement is for you to provide information on how your education and experience relate to the requirements and duties of the position. There is no form to complete. Applicants are requested to provide their personal qualifications statement by uploading a document, the same way as you do for your cover letter.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts/Credentials
4. Personal Qualifications Statement
5. Other Document
Optional Documents |
Livermore, CA 94551 |
2017-06-19 |
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| Comprehensive Services Assistant Manager-Project-Temp |
Community Services Bureau of Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department is hiring two (2) Comprehensive Services Assistant Managers – Project.
Under supervision, assist in coordinating Community Services Bureau Program Services including the delivery of publicly funded Head Start, Early Head Start, Child Development, Community Services Block Grant, Community Action Agency, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, Department of Energy and/or Stage 2 programs. Delivery of program services may include a broad range of programs, as well as focus on a particular program content area as required by funding sources. Incumbents will provide program assistance and guidance to clients, County staff, community partners and delegate agencies as specified; perform program monitoring, tracking, reporting, provides training, direction and supervision to comprehensive services staff and clerical staff, and other related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.
Education: Completion of at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university, which must have included at least 9 semester or 12 quarter units in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology and/or social science disciplines.
Experience: Two (2) years of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) experience in a social service program or a community-based organization or a Child Development program with responsibilities for the coordination of health, mental health, disability, nutrition, education, parent involvement, and social service activities for enrolled families.
NOTE: As required by law, appointees to this class must successfully pass fingerprint and tuberculosis clearances and complete a current physical examination. |
Concord, CA 94520 |
2017-05-17 |
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| Senior Writing Training Specialist |
Position Location is California (Preferred)
Summary
The Senior Writer/Training Specialist is responsible for planning and providing multiple Communities of Practice in the State of California. The Senior Writer/Training Specialist serves as part of the team participating in the First5 California project entitled Statewide Training and Technical Assistance Infrastructure Development for the California Quality Rating and Improvement Center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Senior Director of Programs, Western Office and other staff to ensure that training and technical assistance activities are successfully completed and project goals and deliverables are met in a quality and timely manner, as established in the approved work plan;
- Plan, create and deliver virtual Communities of Practice;
- Implement Community of Practice evaluation activities;
- Work closely with project staff to integrate Community of Practice delivery and resource development for efficient and effective operation of services;
- Contribute to resource, material and tool development;
- Work with partnership organizations and others to ensure all activities respond the cultural and linguistic diversity in the State of California;
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and other reports by providing input on progress indicators and outcomes, as required by federal performance requirements; and
- Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the project.
Skills and Experience
- Strong knowledge of and experience with infants and toddlers, Quality Rating Improvement Systems, and delivery of Communities of Practice;
- At least 5 or more years of experience in the early childhood field at various levels, preferably working at a state level or working with states at a national level on early childhood programs;
- Proven track record in professional development delivery including virtual, and presentation design and delivery;
- Excellent skills and experience planning, coordinating, and providing individualized training and technical assistance;
- Excellent public speaking, group facilitation, and writing skills;
- Effective training and technical assistance skills that reflect principles of adult learning, leadership, reflective practice and team processing;
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; successful experience working and communicating with diverse people;
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively;
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team structure; ability to manage multiple tasks and be flexible; and
- Ability to travel required.
Essential Qualities
- Encourages and practices critical thinking;
- Is self-reflective and empathic;
- Recognizes the influence of workplace relationships on outcomes and results;
- Maintains a respectful and accepting approach to others;
- Awareness of the influence of the larger context on individual behavior; and
- Collaboratively and creatively supports the work efforts of colleagues at all levels and in all areas of the organization.
Education
Advanced degree in early childhood, child development or a related field; equivalent combination of degree and experience will be considered.
Physical Requirements
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is frequently required to use finger dexterity as well as sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and can read a computer screen. Also, may need to remain seated for long periods of time and can perform repetitive motions and hold objects. Employee may be required to hold a writing instrument, communicate verbally, and hear well enough to detect nuances and receive detailed information. The employee may need to push or pull objects, bend, squat, reach, stand, or walk, kneel. Frequently must be able to lift at least 30 pounds, and occasionally up to 60 pounds.
Working Conditions
The work conditions described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing this job. Depending on work location, the incumbent will typically work indoors in a heated and air-conditioned office, with a mixture of natural, incandescent and fluorescent light with low to moderate noise levels or be subject to working conditions conducive to a home office. When travel is expected, the incumbent will be exposed to outside environmental conditions during those times.
ZERO TO THREE: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities |
350 S Bixel Street, CA 90017 |
2017-05-16 |
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