Hiring Range
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The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $22.11 - $30.35. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position begins at $22.11. |
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Job Closing Date
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This poition will remain open until two (3) full-time positions are filled. These (3) full-time positions are represented by Clerical & Allied Services - CX Teamsters Local 2010 UC Merced offers generous benefits effective day one of employment. Upon offer phase, all credentials, proof of degree, transcripts, and permits will be required.
This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). See details below. |
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About UC Merced
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The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable, and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff. |
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About the Job
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Under supervision is responsible for planning and implementing a quality, developmentally appropriate program for young children. Work cooperatively with other ECEC staff to coordinate and put into action an individualized program for the children in their assigned classroom and in ECEC activities. Participates in preparing and putting into practice age-appropriate language arts, social studies, cognitive arts, science, art, music, social and emotional development, nutrition, multi-cultural awareness, and physical development experiences for the children in their group. Sustain with the classroom team all required documentation and paperwork for the children assigned and classroom group, as per mandates and ECEC procedures.
Maintains program quality, adhering to Title 22 State Licensing regulations, National Accreditation Commission of Early Care and Education (NAC), and other best practices program standards and requirements that the ECEC adopts.
Promotes partnerships with parents and encourages parent participation in the classroom, the ECEC, and during parent/teacher conferencing and activities. Promotes a constructive working relationship with the ECEC staff, children, and families through conflict resolution, effective communication, and participation in problem-solving activities.
Plans, initiates, and implements quality classroom programming for children. Using UC Merced ECEC philosophy as a foundation and working with the classroom team, plan and implement developmentally age-appropriate activities for the individuals and group of children in an assigned classroom. These activities and experiences will be provided both indoors and outdoors. The environments (indoors and outdoors) will be planned to provide appropriate, rich, engaging, explorative, diverse, child-initiated, and teacher-initiated learning experiences. Opportunities in the following areas, but not limited to these areas, will be made available: cognitive skills, language and literacy, art, social studies, science, physical development, social/emotional development, diversity, problem-solving, health, nutrition, safety and music. Activities and experiences will be developed from the children's interests, based on their individual and group skills and needs. Participates in classroom meetings to develop written lesson planning with activities to support individual goals and needs of the children through the interactive Floorbook processes. Implements written lesson planning, Floorbook activities, and scheduling, taking into consideration any needed changes due to the needs of the children in the classroom or unforeseen events/activities. Interacts with the children in a responsive, nurturing manner. These interactions are verbal and non-verbal. Participates in activities such as all child-related routines and transitions, conflict resolution, behavior management, case management, documentation, observation, anecdotal notes, portfolio and children's file maintenance, and other daily classroom necessities in relation to the care and education of young children. Provides class field trips onto the campus and Merced community accessible by CatTracks and public transportation. Maintains a safe and healthy environment for the children. This may include, and not exclusive to the following activities: cleaning surfaces (mopping, disinfecting, sanitizing), laundry, picking up materials, sweeping the playground, handling biohazard-infected materials, administering first aid/CPR, caring for ill children, medication administration, etc. Works with children for 8 hours of classroom time, prep time is during nap or as scheduled.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and required training. Attends and participates in parent meetings/activities/work days, at least once per year. Fulfills obligations for Title 22, National Accreditation Commission of Early Care and Education Programs (NAC) and any other best practices or program requirements that the ECEC adopts. Submits, with co-teacher(s) assistance, all required paperwork to the Assistant Director or Director as designated. Works with ECEC staff, parents, children, UC Merced affiliates, and Merced community members with a professional demeanor. Continues professional growth to maintain a valid California Child Development Permit. Provides orientation, supervision, and direction for student workers, volunteers, and research students.
Conducts a parent orientation and interview prior to the child's first day in the program. Schedules parent/teacher conferences twice per program year and as needed through the request of the parent or teacher. Interacts with parents daily during drop off, welcoming them into the class and exchange of information, and during pick up, saying good bye and exchange of information. Promoting parent participation within the classroom and for other parent oriented ECEC activities. In conjunction with the ECEC, inform parents of policies and procedures, upcoming events, current issues and information in the form of announcements, reminders, article reprints, newsletters, parent meetings, workshops, emails and website portal. With co-teacher(s), maintain classroom parent information, including: Floorbooks, documentation panels, lesson plans, special classroom events and daily schedule. With co-teacher(s), develop monthly articles for ECEC Bobcat Kittens Newsletter.
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Qualifications
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Background Check
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Background check and fingerprinting will be required. |
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Policy Statement
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How to Apply: Equal Employment Opportunity: Vaccination Program Policy: As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment. Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy: E-Verify: Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: |
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Employee Referral Program
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This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows: Step 5 of 7 Referrals How did you hear about the job? (select) "other" Additional information? (select) "other" Specific Referral Source? (write in) first and last name of referring employee Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility. |