PSD Teacher III - Preschool Services*

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

The Job

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***REMOTE ASSIGNMENT BONUS*** Newly hired employees from this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $2,000 ($500 upon hire, $500 upon completing 2,080 service hours, and $1,000 upon completing an additional 2,080 service hours).APPLICABLE LOCATIONS ONLY: Twentynine Palms, Barstow and Yucca Valley According to criteria established in the Preschool Services Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) (see pages 47-48).  

The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for Teacher IIIs who monitor program compliance using various tools, including a case management system, to assist in maintaining agency records and ensuring compliance with classroom ratios; and tracking, reporting, and providing follow-up on behavioral referrals. Teacher III's also develop and facilitate workshops and training for staff and parents and identify the needs of enrolled children and their families or those seeking to participate in the Head Start program. They provide and develop curriculum/lesson plans and home-to-school activities for children at a Head Start or Early Head Start program. This position may also serve as an education specialist (mentor/coach), who work with teaching staff on strategies for working with children, including those with special needs. Other assignments may include supervision of a small preschool site and providing temporary coverage in a classroom or home-based setting.
An eligible list will be established to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout San Bernardino County.

*Official Title:  PSD Teacher III – Contract
 
For more detailed information, refer to the PSD Teacher III - Contract job description.

These are contract positions to work approximately twelve (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 fifty (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, 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 is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
6) Employees may be assigned to work at any Head Start service area. Employee preference of geographic location will be taken into consideration, whenever possible, depending upon staffing needs.

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:
• EDUCATION Must possess a completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development
• COMPUTER EXPERIENCE Must be computer literate and possess at least six (6) months of experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications on a regular basis
• REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION ( Must be attached ):
• EDUCATION Copy of transcripts AND a copy of the degree (unofficial transcripts are accepted and must be legible)
• Required documentation MUST be attached to your application
• Or email to Subject: PSD Teacher III - Preschool Services Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application
• IMPORTANT NOTES:
• All work experience and education information must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered (resumes are not reviewed)
• All information must be current and up to date
• EDUCATION 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

Desired Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and time management skills, will be proficient with computer software including Microsoft Word and Excel, and will demonstrate proven ability to:
• Analyze problems and provide solution-oriented strategies. Lend support and guidance when help is needed. Work well in cooperation with others for the benefit of the organization. Make good, sound decisions, accepting responsibility and accountability for job performance and decisions. Write in a clear, accurate and understandable manner, ensuring information is appropriate, relevant, and correct. Prioritize work, ensuring all assignments are completed in a timely manner. Understand Head Start Performance Standards, ECERS, ITERS, CLASS, and developmental screenings/assessments.
• The ideal candidate will possess CLASS (Classroom Assessment and Scoring System) Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K Reliability certification

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.