Teacher III - Substitute
Company: Community Action Commission Of Santa Barbara Count
Location: Lompoc
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Want to make a difference in a child’s life? Join CommUnify’s
team by becoming a Head Start Teacher! Our agency provides
employees with a positive work environment with the ability to
balance work & home. On-call Substitute positions earning sick
leave. Positions start out between $23.00 - $27.00 per hour.
Ability to set your own schedule! Teachers work in partnership with
the team teacher to develop weekly lesson plans for preschool
children, develops and maintains a safe and positive classroom
climate, and an intentional learning environment; screens and
assesses each child using appropriate screening/assessment tools;
individualizes the educational plans for each child based on
ongoing developmental assessments. Engages parents of various
cultural backgrounds in their Childs education. Acts as the “second
in command” of site operations when Site Supervisor is off site, as
assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Other duties may
be assigned . When in the teacher/child ratio, maintains 100%
supervision of all children, by sight and sound at all times. Plans
high quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiences with
the team teacher. Carries out a bilingual, multicultural, anti-bias
curriculum designed to meet children’s developmental needs within
program guidelines. Develops positive relationships with each child
and parent. Maintains an indoor and outdoor classroom environment
consistent with Head Start/Child Development, Licensing and Agency
standards. Maintains the confidentiality of records and information
of enrolled families. Assists children with self-care needs such as
tooth brushing, diapering, toileting, hand washing and wiping
noses. Maintains a physically safe environment and clean
well-organized equipment and learning materials indoors and out.
Attends and contributes to regular staff meetings and curriculum
planning meetings. Plans monthly/weekly curriculum with team
teacher that scaffolds children’s development. Works on a regular
basis with the team teacher to plan and evaluate individualization
of the curriculum and behavior plans if applicable. Is responsible
for large group three times a week and a small group (primary
language) daily. Plans and carries out transition activities for
children who are entering or leaving the class/center. Maintains
narrative records on each child related to their development.
Completes required paper and electronic records in a timely manner.
Assumes responsibility for maintenance of required assessments and
screenings. Attends IEP (Individual Education Plan) meetings for
special needs children with consultants, school district personnel
and parents as required. Attends parent meetings upon request.
Provides daily on-going communication with parents regarding
children’s activities, development, and special needs. Makes at
least 2 home visits, and two parent conferences with each assigned
child's family annually. Makes special efforts to include fathers.
Participates with supervisors and managers in the evaluation and
ongoing improvement of the program’s effectiveness. Carry out
responsibilities of staff supervision, licensing requirements and
overall center operations when the Site Supervisor is away from the
center. Consistently uses positive child guidance methods. Must be
available for pre-arranged evening or weekend home visits,
meetings, or special events to meet the needs of working families.
Is aware of all center’s children with food allergies, and ensures
they receive the doctor recommended substitutions. Is sensitive to
children with special needs. Functions as a positive team member.
Communicates effectively with families and co-workers. Performs
other comparable related duties as required. Knowledge, Skill &
Ability Required: Teacher III: Bachelor’s Degree or higher with 12
units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development and eligible
for a Child Development Master Teacher permit or higher from
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing with three semester
units in supervised field experience and one year or experience as
an Early Childhood Teacher. Computer Skills: To perform this
position successfully, an individual should have knowledge of
Internet software; and Word Processing software. Certificates,
Licenses, Registrations: Obtain and maintain a current Child
Development Permit for position held. Must obtain and maintain a
Pediatric First Aid and CPR card. Other Skills and Abilities:
Experience working with children with disabilities desirable;
Bilingual preferred. Other Qualifications: Successfully complete a
pre-employment physical examination. Obtain a tuberculosis
clearance and clear Community Care Licensing fingerprint process.
Provide verification of State required vaccines upon hire for:
Influenza (from August 1 to December 1), Pertussis, and Measles.
Acceptable verifications include immunization record and physician
statement. Exceptions to vaccinations: Flu can be waived by
completing annual waiver.
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