Master Teacher LOCATION: Mitchell Head Start, Atwater

Master Teacher LOCATION: Mitchell Head Start, Atwater at Merced County Office of Education

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

8/22/2024

Contact

Melissa Rosales

209-381-6619

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

237.26 - 267.04 Daily

Add'l Salary Info

Maximum entry salary is Step 3 at $251.71 per day

Length of Work Year

8 hours per day / 190 days per year

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Mitchell Head Start, Atwater

Hours

7:30 am - 4:30 pm

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3073

About The Employer

The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Education Coordinator, fulfill the role of Center Director as defined by Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. Oversee the daily operations of a Head Start center. Teach an assigned group of children. Supervise teaching staff assigned to site. Monitor child attendance. Organize and conduct parent education and parent participation activities. Comply with Head Start and regulations, California Health and Safety Codes, Title 22 and other applicable state, local and federal guidelines.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION: Associates Degree with 24 units in ECE/CD including core courses, plus 16 general education units, plus 3 Administration units. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development desired. EXPERIENCE: Three years experience in an instructional capacity in an early care and education program including experience working with children with disabilities. One year experience in a supervisory capacity desired. CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS: Hold/qualify for a Child Development Master Teacher Permit or higher. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificate. Knowledge of child growth and development; developmentally appropriate practices; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation. Ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV H-6 printout required. Satisfactory results from pre-employment physical required.

The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) Complete Edjoin online application 2) Detailed resume 3) Copy of ALL college transcripts (JC and University) and a copy of degree* 4) Copy of your California credential or permit authorizing service in the required area*. 5) OPTIONAL: Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (signed and dated within the last 18 months); All applicants will be contacted via e-mail only.

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EDUCATION: Associates Degree with 24 units in ECE/CD including core courses, plus 16 general education units, plus 3 Administration units. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development desired. EXPERIENCE: Three years experience in an instructional capacity in an early care and education program including experience working with children with disabilities. One year experience in a supervisory capacity desired. CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS: Hold/qualify for a Child Development Master Teacher Permit or higher. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificate. Knowledge of child growth and development; developmentally appropriate practices; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation. Ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV H-6 printout required. Satisfactory results from pre-employment physical required.

The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) Complete Edjoin online application 2) Detailed resume 3) Copy of ALL college transcripts (JC and University) and a copy of degree* 4) Copy of your California credential or permit authorizing service in the required area*. 5) OPTIONAL: Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (signed and dated within the last 18 months); All applicants will be contacted via e-mail only.

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Comments and Other Information

IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) "As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities."

Comments and Other Information

IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) "As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities."

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