LITERACY EDUCATION– TENURE-TRACK POSITION. The School of Education in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications to fill one full-time, academic year, tenure-track position beginning September 16, 2024. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Ph.D. or Ed.D. in literacy education or a related field (e.g., education with emphasis on elementary and early childhood language and literacy, bilingualism and biliteracy, linguistic justice, multilingual learning, critical literacies, raciolinguistics, and/or applied linguistics) is required prior to the start date of the appointment.  

We invite applicants whose expertise, teaching and scholarship have made or demonstrate the potential for contributions in one or more of the following areas: 

• early literacy and language development in culturally and linguistically diverse families and communities; 
• equitable and effective approaches to literacy and/or biliteracy instruction in the preschool through elementary years; and/or 
• the preparation of preschool and elementary grade teachers of literacy and/or biliteracy in inclusive settings. 

Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; higher ranks will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience of the individual selected. Course load may include literacy methods courses, clinical practice seminar, student teacher supervision, and other classes in the Multiple Subject (Elementary Education) Teacher Preparation Program. Duties also include scholarly research and publication; service to the program and School of Education; contributing to the diversity, inclusion, access, and equity efforts; collaborating with schools; and participating in institutional initiatives directed toward excellence in Teacher Education. For more information and to apply, visit https://jobs.calpoly.edu, complete a required online faculty application and submit to requisition# 533839. Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching philosophy statement, (4) research plan, (5) diversity statement, (6) unofficial undergraduate transcript(s) as one document, and (7) unofficial graduate transcript(s) as one document. These documents will not be accepted in hard copy format. When completing the online faculty application, please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin December 18^th, 2023. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. For questions, please contact Dr. Tina Cheuk at tcheuk@calpoly.edu. 

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Children’s Center’s Director the Site Supervisor/Curriculum Coordinator plays an integral part of the Center’s administrative team and assist the Director in the development of curriculum practice and policy and long term planning. Work collaboratively with other staff to achieve high quality curriculum standards under the curricular guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This position will have part-time duties in the classroom, in addition to the office. Plan and implement a well-balanced curriculum program of age appropriate experiences and activities designed to meet the physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs of the children. This person must be able to work well with others and be willing to fulfill their responsibilities in accordance with the Center’s mission, goals and philosophy. Under the direction of the Children’s Center Director, this person will train, observe, and guide the teachers to ensure that the teaching staff provide responsive care, rigorous curriculum, and a safe, developmentally appropriate environment.

Job Description
Position Specific Accountabilities: Site Supervisor/Curriculum Coordinator

Work closely with Director and staff in establishing responsive care and curriculum guidelines in line with the LMUCC philosophy.

Provide overall leadership, guidance and supervision of teaching staff to ensure that the teaching staff provides responsive care and a safe, developmentally appropriate environment. To ensure curriculum provides children with challenging opportunities in all domains of development and to make appropriate curriculum adaptations for children with special needs.

Support the teams’ professional growth by providing direction, and coaching, for staff. Work closely with the teachers in the classroom collaborating in the curriculum process through modeling and training in the classroom and in individual or team meetings to support the curriculum cycle.

Train teachers in documentation that effectively demonstrates children's learning through curriculum. To support and train new staff in the emergent curriculum process including but not limited to the: observation, implementation and documentation cycle. Including conducting their own documentation on school-wide curriculum work including making panels.

Conduct weekly team meetings to provide for ongoing discussions concerning children's progress and behaviors. Effectively promote and maintain sense of teamwork with staff; effective facilitation of group problem solving.

Work closely with teachers and the Director in planning and maintaining developmentally appropriate environments (indoors and outdoors). Maintaining areas designated for dissemination of staff and children’s work (i.e., hallways, bulletin boards, walls etc.). To work closely with the Center Director in purchasing, caring for and keeping inventory of classroom materials, including books, art materials, toys, furniture, etc.

Document and connect the curriculum in the program to the extended LMU community on campus. Consult with and relate to other campus departments and community organizations in an outreach capacity.

Serve as a resource and site supervising teacher for LMU student interns in their site fieldwork component.

Cooperate with other staff through attendance and active participation in staff meetings and addressing school wide concerns as deemed necessary by the Direc­tor.

Develop meaningful partnerships with parents through facilitation of open, supportive communication on an ongoing basis. Develop and assist in facilitating parent programs and events.

Provide necessary information to parents concerning their child's development by conducting parent conferences, including overseeing DRDP assessments, with each family at least twice a year, and additionally as needed. Provide information about community resources to parents and staff.

Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the Director.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications


Typically a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.

Minimum 3 years of classroom teaching experience in developing and implementing early care and education programs for children 2 months to 5 years of age.

Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of: Reggio Emilia; Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE); and the Program for Infant toddler Caregivers. Certification in the latter two preferred.

Experience in NAEYC accreditation process and with developmental, play-based approaches preferred.

Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral) and a demonstrated ability to understand and balance the needs of all of the center's primary clients: children, parents, teachers and the LMU community.

Ability to respect cultural differences in early childhood education and parenting practices and works to mediate these differences in ways that are acceptable to parents and staff.

Highly developed organizational and leadership skills. Experience managing, motivating, supporting and a team.

Demonstrated computer competency and preferably knowledgeable of idesign/photoshop/zoombrowser systems.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here 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 functions. Constantly required to sit, feel, use finger movement, speak clearly, hear conversation, and see near and far. Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift, carry and push up to 25 lbs., stoop, kneel, reach high and low, use depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is normal.

MENTAL DEMANDS: Mental demands described here 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 functions. Frequent calculating, interrupted work, variety of interrelated tasks, sustained concentration, and use of reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.

For full consideration please submit resume to:

Apply Online at: https://lmu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Westchester-Campus/Site-Supervisor-Curriculum-Coordinator_R5429

Job Summary
Provide for the health, safety and well being of the young children enrolled in the Children’s Center. Assist in the planning and implementation of a well balanced program of age appropriate experiences and activities designed to meet the physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs of the children in his/her classroom. This person must be able to work well with others and be willing to fulfill their responsibilities in accordance with the Center’s mission, goals and philosophy.

Job Description
POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Be familiar with and act in accordance with the school's philoso­phy and policies as stated in the Parent and Employee Handbooks, and the following description of Performance Criteria.

Assist and take initiative in the following:

The supervision of children indoor and outdoors to ensure their safety and well being, moving with children as they change location (maintenance of a clean and safe environment, staff lounge as well as classroom and schoolyards).

The development and implementa­tion of an anti-bias, emergent type curri­culum which provides a safe, secure, and stimulating learning environment that meets the entirety of children's individual needs, including areas of social, emotional, cognitive, physical development, and creative expression.

Meet the maintenance needs of the individual child (i.e. feeding, diaper-changing, hand washing, nose blowing). Plan and provide snack/nutrition in accordance with the school's policy.

Notify the lead teacher or associate teacher of needed supplies. Communicate effectively and cooperating with other staff members. Attend scheduled staff meetings and other center functions or activities. Becoming familiar with routine room paperwork (i.e. medical sheets, sign in sheets, activity sheets) and assist in completing monthly status reports in a timely manner.

Set regular job related goals and objectives, in cooperation and coordination with supervisors, to further personal and professional growth. Follow through on self initiated and assigned tasks.

Be responsive to lead teachers (and teachers acting in their stead), taking and following through on requests and direct­ions in a cooperative manner. Pass on information from parents to the lead teacher (e.g. medication, absences, general information), and referring parents to lead teacher as appropriate. Provide supportive assistance to new substitutes and volunteers, as well as other new staff.

Be flexible to meet program needs, including assisting teachers and children in other groups as needed.

Able to respond quickly when a situation warrants immediate action.

Perform other duties as assigned.


EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 12 units completed in Early Childhood Education or the equivalent (as stipulated by Department of Social Services State Licensing), including 3 units in Infant/Toddler if working with children under the age of 2.

Minimum 1-2 years work experience in a licensed Child Care Center or comparable group Child Care Program.

Infant/Toddler experience preferred. Minimum 18 years of age.

Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of: early childhood education, child growth and development, and basic health and safety standards. Some knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and NAEYC Accreditation criteria helpful.

Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral) and a demonstrated ability to understand and balance the needs of all of the center's primary clients: children, parents, teachers and the LMU community.

Highly developed organizational and leadership skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; nurturing, supportive, compassionate, responsive and conscientious.

Demonstrated computer competency and preferably knowledgeable of photoshop/zoombrowser systems.


Hiring Salary Range

$21.00 - $22.00 hourly. This position is non-exempt.


REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Typically a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Maintaining a physically healthy condition to be able to pick up children weighing up to 45 pounds as needed, and to play actively with them.

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop; occasionally run or crawl; speak clearly; see both near and far with depth perception; and hear at a conversation level.


For full consideration please submit resume to:

Apply Online at: https://lmu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Westchester-Campus/Teacher_R5732