PSD Teacher II (Waiver-Eligible Program) - Preschool Services*

This posting covers San Bernardino County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it.

The Job

The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is excited to offer an exciting opportunity to be a part of a waiver program that will advance their career in Child Development. The program will assist in obtaining a CA Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) as well as assistance with education completion.  
Successful candidates who complete education and permit requirements will gain regular status as a Teacher II who provide teaching instruction and supervision to pre-school age children at a Head Start site or home-based program. Teachers will develop and provide educational, nutritional, and health/safety activities; conduct home visits; attend staff and parent committee meetings, observe, report and document on the progress of children; document disabilities; report suspected child abuse; communicate with staff, parents, and children; and supervise teacher aides.
An eligible list will be established to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout San Bernardino County.

*Official Title:  PSD Teacher II – Contract
 
For more detailed information, refer to the PSD Teacher II - Contract job description.These are contract positions to work approximately 12 months per year.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 lbs.) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Other physical demands include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside and vision and hearing.
2) Must pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).3) Must complete the AB 1207 - Child Care Providers: Mandated Reporter Training prior to placement at a school site.
4) Must obtain a valid San Bernardino County Food Handler's card and qualifying First Aid/CPR cards within two (2) weeks of hire and maintain throughout employment.
5) A valid California Class C Driver License may be required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.6) Incumbents must complete waiver and educational requirements (completed Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education and Child Development and Child Development Teacher Permit) within eighteen (18) months or be removed or terminated from employment as a Teacher II.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION 
Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued. (Health & Safety Code section 1596.871)

Selection Process

There will be a determination of minimum qualifications based upon a review of the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.
 Application Procedure: 
Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. 
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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the links below:Guide to Completing a County Job ApplicationApplicant Information and the County Employment Process

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
• CHILD DEVELOPMENT PERMIT: Must possess a valid/active CA Associate Teache r Permit (or higher-level permit) issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
• - AND-
• EDUCATION: Must be currently enrolled in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or Child Developmen t
• REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION ( Must be attached ):
• Copy of the required valid/active CA Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (or higher-level permit) AND current Educational Plan and transcripts showing the courses needed to complete the Associate Degree program as indicated above (unofficial are accepted and must be legible)
• Required documentation MUST be attached to your application
• Or email to Subject: PSD Teacher II - Waiver Program Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application
• IMPORTANT NOTES:
• If you already possess a Child Development Teacher Permit and/or a completed degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, please review Teacher, I, Teacher II or Teacher Aide for other available PSD jobs opportunities (review requirements)
• Refer to California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) to learn more on how to obtain a Child Development Permit. (Inquire within for further questions on Permit requirements.)
• Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education
• Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) For education evaluation services, refer to Naces or CTC

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for San Bernardino County is Martin Rivera.