2010-2011 National Head Start Fellowship Applications Now Being Accepted

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces that applications for the 2010-2011 National Head Start Fellowships are now being accepted. Information about the fellowships program and the online application materials can be found on the Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (ECLKC) at http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc.

The National Head Start Fellowship Program brings together experienced and dedicated professionals who support the ACF in developing and implementing long-term quality improvement initiatives. Through these fellowships, outstanding leaders in the early childhood community have the opportunity to gain first-hand experiences that offer a national perspective into the operations of ACF and other federal agencies serving children and families. In addition to work assignments, the Fellows will participate in professional education and leadership development programs.

The 12-month fellowships commence October 1, 2010 and end on September 30, 2011. Applications are due by April 1, 2010.

Director/Teacher, Part Time, Oneonta Cooperative Nursery School (South Pasadena, CA)                      Posted Feb 1

Oneonta Cooperative Nursery School (OCNS) is a non-sectarian, parent-participation nursery school with modern classroom facilities and lovely, spacious outdoor play areas.  All aspects of a child’s social, emotional, physical, creative and educational development are encouraged and stimulated by a variety of play equipment.  Art, music and movement are introduced through creative projects.  In the older classes children are prepared for the rigors of kindergarten.  Our total enrollment is 64 children.  Maximum class size is 16 children with one aide and two parent participants.  OCNS has served the South Pasadena area for over 60 years, offering a unique and rewarding opportunity for parents to share their child’s first school experience. 

Job description:  Oneonta Cooperative Nursery School seeks an experienced Director/Teacher in a part-time position (20+ hours) to lead the school and teach a 3 day (M/W/F, 8:15 to 12:15) class of 4-year old children.  Job sharing is possible with one part-time position as Director and one part-time position as Teacher.

Minimum Requirements: 

·         BA Degree in Early Childhood Education with three additional completed units in administration; OR

·         BA or AA Degree with 12 core semester units in Early Childhood Education including 3 units in administration; OR

·         Child Development Site Supervisor/Program Director with permit plus 3 units of administration and 4 years of relevant teaching experience;

·         Must be able to work with parents and children in a setting with high parent participation. 

Responsibilities:

Operations 

·         Direct and supervise the school’s educational program and administrative operations;

·         Actively promote the school, its philosophy, and its mission;

·         Attend school functions, monthly board meetings, four General Membership Meetings per year, and staff meetings;

·         Address member concerns and mediate conflicts if necessary;

·         Maintain established school policies and standards of excellence;

·         Facilitate communication between the Preschool and the landlord, Oneonta Congregational Church;

·         Communicate and clarify school policies and philosophy to parents and teachers.

  Parent Board

·         Act as a consulting member (non-voting) of the Board

·         Work with the Board to maintain and adjust school policies as necessary;

·         With the Board, contribute to the planning and development of the annual school calendar;

·         Work with individual Board members so they may understand and facilitate their responsibilities (e.g. Membership Chair on the enrollment process; VP on parent education programs; Treasurer on school budget; Fundraising Chairs on annual benefit and on-going fundraising programs; and etc.)

·         With the Board, coordinate and implement parent orientation and training.

  St  Staff Management

·         Supervise and train teaching staff consisting of 2 teachers and three aides;

·         Oversee curriculum development;

·         Conduct performance  evaluations;

·         Facilitate professional development workshops and seminars for staff;

·         Resolve staff conflicts as necessary;

·         Conduct staff meetings;

·         Maintain efficient function of administrative office;

·         Keep apprised of current education requirements for all staff and ensure compliance. 

T     Teacher

·         Supervise and implement a 3-day program for 4 year olds;

·         Conduct parent conferences and provide counseling on kindergarten readiness;

·         Review potential child development issues and advise/council parents regarding these issues and refer parents to appropriate resources.

Salary:  Minimum $25,000, commensurate with experience. 

How to apply:  Candidates should mail resumes to Kimberly Crowley at 

Oneonta Cooperative Nursery School

1515 Garfield Avenue

South Pasadena, CA  91030

Or e-mail resumes to preschooljob2010@yahoo.com.

Include all relevant experience.  Applications need to be submitted by February 12, 2010.  Additional information about our school and philosophy may be obtained by visiting our Web site at www.oneontacoop.org.  Out of respect for our students, school tours will be limited to final candidates.  

Interviews will take place in February/March. 

The School is non-profit, non-sectarian, non-partisan and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed or color.  The School is an equal opportunity employer.   

Program Specialist                                                                                                                                                  Jan 31

Connections for Children, a leading child care resource and referral Agency, seeks a Program Specialist for its Santa Monica office.   In this challenging role you’ll provide referrals for quality childcare, conduct childcare site visits, and lead parent education workshops. Must have outstanding customer svc skills and the ability to manage multiple projects within a fast-paced environment.  At least 1 yr work exp in child development field required.  BA degree in child development field preferred. Combination of work exp and education will be considered. This is a full-time temporary position through June 2010 with possibility of continued employment.  Salary $15.38 - $16.40/hr with great benefits.  Please submit resume to recruiting@exaltresources.com EOE

We are currently interviewing for substitute teachers for the child care programs at USC. Please go to our website at usc.edu  and go to job postings and search for "PER DIEM Teacher" at the University Park Campus. Our programs provide care for infants through school age. Requirements- AA degree in ECE or CCP desired plus a minimum of 1 year experience. Great opportunity for teachers wanting occasional work in an accredited center. Also a great first step for those looking to be considered for more permanent positions as they open!

The Infant Program will be hiring a temporary full time teacher for the remainder of the school year (June) to accomodate a teacher on maternity leave.

This full time position includes benefits for the duration of the hiring period.

Please contact Adrienne Schoen Gunn at agunn@usc.edu for additional information

JOB OPENING

DIRECTOR, EARLY CHILDHOOD DIRECTIONS

AN INFANT, TODDLER, AND PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

Competitive Salary Range & Benefits   

Saint John’s Child and Family Development Center (CFDC) is a private, non-profit community-based center, which has been providing a comprehensive, culturally-responsive range of mental health, developmental, educational, and outreach services since 1962. 

CFDC is seeking an energetic candidate to assume the directorship of its employee-based infant, toddler and preschool child care and development program. (Approximately 50 children enrolled / NAEYC-Accreditation renewal needed.)   This position requires a Master’s Degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education, a Children’s Center Supervision Permit, and a Regular Children’s Center Instruction Permit.  Qualified candidate will possess a minimum of four (4) years’ foundation in teaching experience of preschool aged children, plus three (3) years administration / supervision. 

Must demonstrate a serious commitment to providing a quality early childhood environment that is stimulating, nurturing, respectful, integrated, culturally-responsive, and developmentally appropriate.  Curriculum development models must provide playful experiences that allow children to experiment, socialize, and learn skills that will enhance their readiness for their future.  The lending of expertise and oversight to the development and implementation of a unified philosophy and staff development is required as needed.

Responsibilities encompass the comprehensive coordination of teacher recruitment, supervision and training, child and family enrollment, budgeting, staffing, policy/procedure writing, and report writing.  Must possess excellent organization, interpersonal, and communication skills; and have the ability to cultivate and maintain productive relationships with multiple community collaborators.

For immediate consideration, please apply to:

Attn:  Ray Holdgrafer, HR Manager

Saint John’s Health Center

2020 Santa Monica Blvd., 3^rd Floor

Santa Monica , CA 90404

 (310) 829-8633.

CLOSING DATE – open until filled

Smoke- and drug-free environment.     Post-offer, pre-employment drug screening. EOE.

Are you an early childhood educator who is looking for a per diem teaching position in a quality program?          Posted 11-11-09

The Early Childhood Directions Program

at the Child and Family Development Center at Saint John’s Health Center

Is accepting resumes for Per Diem (substitute) Teaching Positions

Matrix/Teacher level, Teacher Credential, CPR, Evidence of Fingerprint Clearance and have completed an Infant/Toddler class.

If interested please e mail your resume to susie.mouzakis@stjohns.org

or fax a copy in care of Susie Mouzakis at (310) 829-8455

310-829-8455 or call 829-8679 for more information