CHILDREN’S CENTER SUPERVISING TEACHER (AS)

California State University (CSU) Northridge
Los Angeles, California 91330 United States
Posted: Aug 26, 2025
Education and Training

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under General Supervision prepares, develops and implements daily lesson plan and activities; organizes and assigns the work of Teachers, Student Assistants, Student Interns and Volunteers; supervises daily activities and performs related work as required.

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of teaching methods, techniques and resources for the education of young children.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate behavior and learning expectations.
• Knowledge of safety precautions for young children.
• Ability to plan and implement age and developmentally appropriate activities for young children.
• Ability to introduce concepts and ideas to young children.
• Ability to exercise good judgment for the health and safety of the young child.
• Ability to organize the work for adults within the classroom and give clear directions.

Experience:

• 3 years of experience teaching young children in a group setting and supervising adults.

Education:

• B.A. in Child Development or related field,

Required Permit:

• Master Teacher or higher Teaching Permit issued by the CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing

Special requirement: Must meet State of California health standards for employment in a licensed Children’s Center.

• Plans and implements age and developmentally appropriate lessons, indoor activities and outdoor activities.
• Ensures children’s safety at all times during all activities.
• Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the Desired Results Child Assessments.
• Inspects the conditions in the classroom to ensure a safe environment conducive to learning.
• Ensures the completion of daily health check of children.
• Conducts scheduled and as needed parent-teacher conferences to discuss child’s developmental progress.
• Explains either verbally or in writing the schedule of activities to other participants.
• Participates in student orientation.
• Brings special problems or concerns to the attention of the Children’s Center management as appropriate.
• Act as designated responsible person in the case of the absence of both the Director and Assistant Director.
• Supervises Teachers, Student Assistants, Student Interns and Volunteers in assigned classrooms.
• Attends Staff meetings and in-service development meetings as required.
• Completes administrative activities for position and classroom as required.
• Implements family style meal times for children.
• Establishes and maintains excellent relationships with children and families.
• Promotes parent involvement.
• Completes administrative activities for position and classroom as required.
  Other duties as assigned.