Overview
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs that promotes
cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development for school readiness. May supervise an
Assistant and/or Aide.
SUPERVISION
Bearcat Discovery Center Site Supervisor
WORK YEAR
School year calendar
QUALIFICATIONS
▪ California Child Development Teachers Permit
▪ Has completed pediatric CPR and First aid training through an accredited or approved program and holds
a current pediatric CPR and first aid certificate.
▪ Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of
Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.
▪ Able to lift 50 pounds, move quickly, bend, squat, kneel, and sit on floor.
▪ Awareness of the operating procedures and policies of the Bearcat Discovery Center with the
expectation to perform duties with minimal direction or immediate supervision.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
▪ Plans, adapts and schedules age appropriate curriculum involving various activities to stimulate
children’s cognitive skills, abilities and development.
▪ Provides continuous supervision to children; ensures health and safety of children.
▪ Maintains classroom and play areas in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
▪ Records daily observations of children’s behavior and activities; monitors behavioral patterns;
▪ completes assessments and profiles.
▪ Schedules parent conferences to discuss children’s development and concerns; works with family to
devise learning and development strategies as necessary.
▪ Maintains accurate attendance and enrollment records; maintains appropriate confidential records.
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▪ Monitors children for signs of child abuse and reports incidents of suspected abuse to appropriate
authorities.
▪ Orders supplies and materials for classroom use.
▪ Maintains current knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Development.
▪ May serve as “ Lead Contact” in the absence of the Site Supervisor and/or Director.
▪ Assists the Site Supervisor in ensuring that staff maintain a professional working climate for the
well-being of children, parents, and staff members.
▪ Ensures a continuous evaluation of children’s needs.
▪ Ensures that staff understands and implements all regulations related to maintaining a safe, healthy and
comfortable environment for all children.
▪ Plans, attends and participates in scheduled center, committee, inservice, and parent education
meetings.
▪ Projects a professional and positive attitude about the program to the students, district staff, parents,
and community.
▪ Communicates positively and actively develops reciprocal relationships with parents, staff and
community.
▪ Assists with parent education, techniques to use for reinforcing school activities at home, and provide
information about community resources to parents and staff.
▪ Maintains adequate supplies and instructional materials.
▪ Organizes tasks, meets deadlines, accurately prepares and submits required records and reports,
manages time to effectively meet the goals of the program.
▪ Supervises and assists in the evaluation of assistants and aides.
▪ Maintains knowledge of relevant and current district, state, and federal policies and regulations.
▪ Performs other related duties, as assigned.
PROFESSIONAL EVALUATION CRITERIA
Yearly evaluation will be based on the abilities of the Bearcat Discovery Center Teacher to successfully meet the
job description duties and responsibilities.
Letter of introduction/interest
Resume
Three (3) Letters of recommendation
Transcripts 12 or 24 Early Childhood Education/Child Development Units -OR- Child Development Teacher Permit
Minimum Education and Experience