Colusa County Office of Education is recruiting for an Associate Teacher who can deliver high quality early care and education. Provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum in a safe nurturing environment, and assist with other program components and evaluation at the classroom site. Associate Teacher will meet the individual needs of children and promote developmental progression in the areas of Social and Emotional Development, Language and Literacy, Cognition including Math and Science, and Physical Development that promotes positive school readiness. CURRENT ASSIGNMENT LOCATION: Colusa Head Start SALARY: $15.87 - $20.89 per hour HOURS/DAYS: 7.5 hours per day, 194 days per year BENEFITS: Partially paid medical, dental and vision benefits; paid sick and vacation leave; CalSTRS retirement EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Preferred requirements: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field; possess a (CDA) Teacher Permit t; and continued enrollment toward (CDTP) and possess or be eligible to apply for (CDA) Teacher Permit; and continued enrollment toward (CD) Teacher Permit. Additional Infant/Toddler assignment requirement: 6 units of Infant/Toddler development coursework LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS: Valid California driver's license Possess or be eligible to apply for (CDATP) Possession of Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, preferred The successful candidate will be required to provide DOJ fingerprint clearance, TB test clearance, a valid California driver’s license, and immunizations as described on complete job description following acceptance of job offer. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

A complete application packet will include:

• Copy of Transcript (Unofficial Transcripts)
• Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two professional letters of Recommendation dated within the last 12 months)
• Other (Permit Copy)
• Resume