Qualified Preschool Teacher Who Loves to Nurture Infants and Toddlers #BandAidExpert

Ideal for Qualified Teacher Who Wants to BECOME an Assistant Infant Center Director

START DATE: APRIL 2023

COMPENSATION: $23/HOUR + REIMBURSEMENT FOR ASSISTANT INFANT CARE DIRECTOR QUALIFICATION EXPENSES

BONUS COMPENSATION OPPORTUNITY: BECOME A CONSULTANT, GET PAID ADDITIONAL FOR YOUR EXPERTISE

LOCATION: VENTURA, CA*

• Candidate must reside in Ventura, CA, relocation assistance provided
  

Get to Know Us: KidPointe

KidPointe is a Christian-based, child-centered, early education program providing a wide range of activities in a developmentally appropriate setting serving children from 6 weeks to 36 months old with an additional Toddler Program for children 18 months - 36 months with a licensed capacity of 38 infants and 12 toddlers (50 TOTAL).

We are officially licensed and getting ready to open our new Ventura Infant Center in 2023. KidPointe is currently seeking to hire a QUALIFIED TEACHER who would like to be mentored and supported to become an Assistant Infant Center Director.

SUPER OPPORTUNITY: Ideal position for a qualified teacher who LOVES being in the classroom, but is craving a leadership opportunity and is also looking to ascend to an Assistant Director role under expert guidance and mentorship.

Perhaps you are thinking of pursuing the Assistant Infant Center Director track but your current Program doesn't have the opportunity right now. And you feel it's YOUR TIME NOW? Keep reading.

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Do you seek growth and advancement? Do you want to contribute MORE to early childhood education? Are you up for the challenge?

Do you smirk because you know band-aids are the secret?

Ok Ok Ok - it takes a little bit more - but if you have the GRIT, WE will help you every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities and Measures of Success:

• Lead staff by setting the ideal example of being an in-classroom teacher with additional administrative and leadership responsibilities such as staffing and scheduling
  
• 100% Compliance with licensing and Best in Class Church Preschool BEST PRACTICES and CONSULTING
  
  
  
• Assist in the Recruiting, Hiring, and Retention of 5-Star Teachers that families adore measured by teachers getting at least one email or other documented compliment per month from a program family
  
• Zero licensing violations

Your center will become THE CENTER all of the BEST TEACHERS will want to work at because they will FEEL APPRECIATED and enjoy the support YOU will provide.

Reports to: Center Director

The opportunity with us does not end in the classroom. As a leader for a Best in Class Church Preschool, you have the UNIQUE opportunity to make some extra cash and consult with other schools and directors. You'll become an expert and show others how it's done!

POSITION REQUIRES completing Title 22 Guidelines and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of State laws and licensing requirements.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of three years of experience as a lead teacher and/or assistant director in a preschool with an infant care program
• Even temperament to handle all situations and personalities/temperaments
• Nurturing demeanor to advise and listen to parents and staff thoughtfully
• Limber and adaptable

Benefits:

• Health Benefits
• PTO
• Retirement
• Paid Holidays

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Apply Online

2. Complete Culture Index Survey (approx. 8 minutes)

3. Submit Proof of CCLD Requirements for Qualified Teacher and/or Assistant Director (Transcripts, Certificates, etc.)

4. Zoom Interview

5. Complete Additional Assessments (approx. 60 minutes)

6. Onsite SHADOW DAY with Administrator and Director from Affiliated Preschool in Orange County (PAID EXPERIENCE + TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT)

7. Reference Checks

8. Prior to the offering of employment, the applicant's resume, transcripts, and other supporting documentation may be subject to review and approval by the Licensing Analyst assigned to our center by Community Care Licensing

9. Offer of Employment

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Assistant director candidates shall be at the minimum a QUALIFIED TEACHER as specified per Title 22 Section: 101215.1:

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of Community Care Licensing Components I and III
• 16 hours of health and safety training pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid certified with the ability to act quickly and appropriately during emergencies and hazardous situations
• Must have current immunization shots: including MMR, Tdap, TB test, Influenza Shot, or waiver
• Must be able to safely lift up to 40 lbs
• Must be able to routinely carry, bend, kneel, sit on small furniture and sit on the floor
• Completion of State required forms, reports, and Criminal Background Check Clearance.
  

Prior employment references will be validated.