Toddler & Preschool Childcare Assistant (Short-Term/temporary)

Toddler & Preschool Childcare Assistant (Short-Term/temporary)

Salary

$17.42 Hourly

Location

San Luis Obispo & North County Campus, CA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

FY2627-00010

Division

Instruction

Department

Childrens Center

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific

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Job Description Summary

This is a short-term/temporary position.

DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of the Children's Center Director, support, all activities related to the children's classroom environment at the Cuesta College Children's Center. This includes supervising and guiding toddler or preschool children in developmentally appropriate social, emotional, physical, language, creative and cognitive activities. Assistants should be able to communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Assistant Teacher must have the ability to demonstrate appropriate guidance practices and procedures. This position supports and promotes student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by ensuring a quality program and services for children and their families and ensuring compliance with State licensing requirements.

Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support the Instructional Assistant/Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in all aspects of the classroom environment;
• Ongoing role modeling and demonstration of Developmentally, Individually, and Culturally Appropriate Practices;
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment;
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff and others;
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 6 semester units (12 preferred) ECE/CDFS including courses in child/human growth & development, child/family/community or child family relations; or program/curriculum.
• Have the ability to pass a background clearance through Community Care Licensing.

Additional Information

This is a short-term/temporary position.

Employees in this position may serve as floaters to cover lunch breaks or substitute in the classroom to cover teacher illnesses or vacation.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY

Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.

• Cover letter;
• Resume;
• Unofficial transcripts;

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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Employer Cuesta College (CA)

Address P. O. Box 8106

San Luis Obispo, California, 93403

Phone (805) 546-3129

Website https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cuesta