Infant & Toddler Care Provider

Definition

Under the general direction of the Director of Early Child hood Education or Site CalSAFE, the Infant and Toddler Care (ITCP), provide provides support to the instructional program within an assigned classroom with specific responsibility for supervision and care of infants to toddler aged children while their parents attend class. The (ITCP), supports the teacher with instructional activities appropriate for the child’s age and development. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with educational support which directly supports student learning and achievement.

Examples of Duties/Essential Job Functions

The following alphabetical list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assists children with personal care and hygiene needs (e.g., diapering toileting, feeding) to maintain health, and cleanliness.
• Assists in redirecting student behavior and controlling conflict situations which develop between students; detects and observes behaviors and tendencies in an early intervention environment.
• Assists the teacher in planning and carrying out activities of the instructional program; maintains effective communication to assure that appropriate instructional goals are implemented and assessed on a regular basis.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations to acquire and/or convey information.
• Maintains clean and safe classroom for the purpose of creating a comfortable, supportive environment.
• Provides children with a culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate learning environment, which leads to increased social, cognitive, physical, and emotional competence, and development.
• Provides first aid and emergency care as needed in the case of accidents and problems that may arise.
• Supervises children in non-classroom settings (e.g., playground, school grounds, trips to the restroom.)
• Works collaboratively with the Preschool Teacher to provide parenting education when appropriate in the classroom for family literacy.
• Works independently with individuals and small groups of students, including with physical tasks, to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District, including various mandatory District trainings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

(At time of application)

Knowledge of:

• Stages of child development
• Methods of motivating and guiding children
• Pertinent software applications

Skills and Abilities to:

• Prepare and maintain accurate records
• Provide direction and leadership
• Communicate with persons of varied backgrounds
• Maintain confidentiality
• Adapt to changing priorities

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to affect the organization's services.

Employment Standards/Minimum Qualifications

( At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above .)

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High School diploma or equivalent AND a minimum of 6 units in the field of Child Development/Early Childhood Education (three of the 6 units must be in an infant toddler course).

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

One (1) year of work experience in a school or youth organization; or one (1) year of experience in working with pre-school aged children preferred.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• None required

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• Pass the District’s applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• After offer of employment, obtain:
  • Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Immunizations for influenza, pertussis, measles
  • Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
  • Pre-employment physical exam B through District’s provider at District’s expense

SALARY SCHEDULE:
Classified Salary Range: 11
Work Calendar: 201 Days
Work Hours: 11:45 am - 3:15 pm (3.5 hours/day)
Work Location: Madera High School

Examination Process

*Materials Required:*
1. Completed application
2. High School Diploma or GED ( high school diploma or official high school transcripts are acceptable)
3. Copy of official college transcript showing the completion of 6 units in the field of Child Development/ Early Childhood Education AND 3 units of infant toddler courses.
4. Resume

*PC RULES 5.2.1.2 -5.2.1.2 - In-house employees will have first consideration for the position. If sufficient candidates are not available to complete the three ranks, the Personnel Commission will move to include outside candidates.

The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted. Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be invited to the examination process.
The examination process will include a competency examination (weighted at 100%). Those candidates achieving a minimum passing score of 70% or higher will be placed on the eligibility list and the top ranks will be forwarded to the hiring authority. The Eligibility List is valid for one (1) year from the certified date.

INITIAL TESTING TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS:

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: TBD

PASSING THE EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT

To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION: ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information of your supervisors. The experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. The examination process/examination date is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the email address listed on your application.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Personnel Specialist, Alejandra Venegas-Chaves, at (559) 675-4500 Ext 294 or email alejandravenegaschav@maderausd.org .

ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator:

Prince Marshall
Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services
1820 Howard Road, Madera, CA 93637
559-416-5826

Full-time permanent positions (more than 4 hrs/per day) provide an attractive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents. For a detailed list of benefits, visit our website links below.

https://www.madera.k12.ca.us/Page/9901

Closing Date/Time: 1/13/2025 4:00 PM Pacific

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• Madera Unified School District - Personnel Commission

• (559) 675-4500 Ext. 295

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