Description: Under general supervision of the Site Principal is responsible for the preschool program; performs paraprofessional instructional activities; reinforces instruction in academic, artistic and physical skilss; perform a wide variety of clerical and supportive tasks for the preschool; ensures a safe environment for children and staff and performs other duties directly related to this job description.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Plans and implements preschool curriculum with preschool director and site principal. Develops daily lesson plans and recommends program changes to enhance program quality. Supervises activities of children in the classroom, play area and grounds. Assists with food preparation and the serving of lunches and snacks. Responsible for communicating preschool program to parents. Complies and prepares data for statistical and operational reports including basic bookeeping and filing. Maintains a safe/clean classroom environment. Atends staff meeting and training sessions as required. Operates audio visual equipment as necessary. Provides assessments, completes progress reports and conferences with parents. Assures the implementation of appropriate standards for children's behavior using non-punitive methods, which teach self-discipline while supporting children's self-esteem. Performs other related duties as required. Must be able to speak, read and write Spanish.

Knowledge of: Correct English and Spanish usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. General concepts of child growth and development and behavior characteristics. Simple record keeping and record management. Public education goals and objectives. Basic first aid.

Ability to: Maintain a neat, orderely and attractive learning environment. Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude towards children. Learn and utilize simple methods and procedures to be followed in an instructional setting. Establish and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with children and adults. Perform simple clerical tasks and operate standard office machines. Learn basic computer literacy skills and demonstrate knowledge of the use of the computer. Establish and maintain a safe, healthful environment, and exercise good judgment in the care of children.

Qualifications/Experience: Six months of paid or voluntary experience as a preschool teacher.

Qualifications/Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Completion of twelve (12) core semester units in Child Development

License, Certificate, Other: to be eligible to obtain Child Development "Associate Teacher" Permit preferred. Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid Certificate required.