Perform a variety of early childhood development and teaching activities; develop and implement lesson plans for children and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in elementary education, early childhood education, child development, family studies, or liberal studies; and

One (1) year of classroom teaching or student teaching practicum experience, preferably in early childhood development.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid C.P.R. certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid First Aid certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

• Operations, services and activities of an effective child development and teaching program
• Methods and techniques of lesson plan development and instruction
• Theories and practices of early childhood development
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Principles and procedures of safety as related to child development activities
• Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations

• Perform a variety of child development teaching activities
• Administer minor first aid as needed
• Conduct parent conferences and communicate individual child progress
• Maintain and update accurate and detailed records
• Utilize computer software programs
• Ensure the general maintenance and cleanliness of assigned child development center
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City officials and the general public
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation