Requisition Details
Position Title | Senior Child Development Specialist (Master Teacher) |
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How many positions are you recruiting for? | 1 |
Campus | West Valley College |
Definition |
The Child Development Center at West Valley College is seeking a talented individual to fill the position of Senior Child Development Specialist. West Valley College, though just minutes from the heart of the Silicon Valley, is in a beautiful park-like setting on 143 wooded acres. Our staff and faculty are among the most qualified in the state and our students appreciate the college for its friendly staff and supportive atmosphere. The purpose of this position is to create, plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum in a play-based learning environment for a multi-aged preschool group emphasizing the outdoor classroom project philosophy; establish and maintain working partnerships with parents, families and students to perform duties requiring in-depth knowledge of early childhood education and development; provide mentoring and oversight of practicum students; complete administrative duties necessary to implement a quality preschool program. This is a Senior Position in the Child Development Specialist professional series. Positions at this level fulfill advanced responsibilities within the context of an early childhood classroom environment including:
Applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and life experiences to address the cultural and educational needs of a culturally diverse student population are encouraged to apply. |
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Assignment |
100% of full time, 37.5 hours per week, 12 months per year, with anticipated start date of March 11, 2019. Schedule may change to include some evening or weekend hours, as needed. This position is a member of the West Valley-Mission Classified Employees Association (WVMCEA), Office, Technical & Business Services Employee Unit. Work Location: West Valley College, Saratoga, CA. |
Salary and Benefits |
Anticipated Hiring Range:
Benefits include:
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Minimum Qualifications |
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: 1. Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. 2. Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in early childhood education or a related field. 3. Two years of responsible journey experience similar to Child Development Specialist with the West Valley-Mission Community College District. License and Certificate
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Desired Qualifications |
In addition, the ideal candidate will also demonstrate:
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Knowledge and Abilities |
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
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Examples of Duties and Responsibilities |
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Working Conditions | |
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Applicant Information |
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
ABOUT TRANSCRIPTS:
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Selection Process |
SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION:
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Special Instructions to the Applicant |
Posting Number | FY18/19-840FT |
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Open Date | 12/20/2018 |
Close Date | 01/28/2019 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Requisition Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you possess, or have ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California Child Development Master Teacher Permit?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you possess, or have ability to obtain, a valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by the American Red Cross, Heart Association, or other authorized agency?
- Yes
- No
- * What role does the environment play in creating an engaging an effective early childhood program?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Discuss guidance and limit setting in an early childhood program. Provide specific examples.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your experiences working as a member of a teaching team. What personal strengths would you bring to the team? What are the challenges of working in a system that promotes team teaching?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Additional Transcripts
- Other Related Licenses or Certificates