Housed in the Marian Wright Edelman Institute (MWEI) in the College of Health and Social Sciences at San Francisco State University, SF State Jumpstart is an AmeriCorps workforce development program that employs San Francisco State students to meaningfully impact children's early learning and development in underserved, culturally rich San Francisco preschools.
In partnership with San Francisco State's Department of Elementary Education (EED) Department, SF State Jumpstart is thrilled to offer an enriching opportunity for aspiring educators interested in social justice and educational equity.
Mission Statement
Learning
Drive progress through curiousity and determination, leaving room for mistakes and unexpected outcomes. Build new knowledge, incorporate diverse perspectives, and embrace innovation and creativity.
Social Justice
Relentlessly champion a more equitable world by dismantling systems of oppression and racism. Reflect critically on the ways we are impeding our own efforts and actively work to change them.
Inclusive Leadership
Model language and actions that demonstrate compassion, vulnerability and transparency. Share power. Ensure that everyone impacted by a decision has the means to influence the outcome.
Joy
Incorporate fun and excitement into our daily work, celebrate success in genuine ways and treat each other with respect.
Community
Build connections across diverse backgrounds and nurture strong, inclusive relationships to champion quality education for children.
SF State Jumpstart's Expectations
Consistency, Communication, and Commitment
These three Cs are crucial for your personal and professional growth and instrumental in achieving our core mission of supporting children.
By embodying these three Cs, you will significantly contribute to the nurturing and supportive learning environment that is vital for the young children served by our program.
Program Requirements:
- Available 8 hours per week to provide in-person support in an off campus preschool site in San Francisco (off-campus)
- Enroll in the Jumpstart EED training course (3 units)
- Federal work study is preferred, but limited alternative funding is available for students not eligible for federal work study. Email for availability.
- Able to legally work in the United States
Email jstartsf@sfsu.edu for more information.
Child Development Permit Pathway
SF State Jumpstart offers the Child Development Permit Pathway, where every Jumpstart mentee — regardless of academic major or concentration — can earn an optional Associate-Level Child Development Permit by successfully participating in the program for four semesters.
About the Child Development Permit Pathway
By completing SF State Jumpstart's four course sequence, you can earn an Associate Level Child Development Permit.
This permit authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a childcare and development program; additionally, it allows the opportunity to supervise an Aide or Assistant Permit holder.
| Course Number | Course Description | Units |
|---|---|---|
| E ED 306 |
Understanding and Supporting Families in ECE Theory and practical models for understanding and working with diverse children and families in and out of school settings. |
3 |
| E ED 602 |
Innovative Early Childhood Education Curriculum Research and theory on integrated curricular development for young children in culturally and linguistically responsive early childhood settings. Practice and policy related to creating and implementing an integrated curriculum for high-quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs. Introducing diverse early childhood curricular and discussing DAP teaching and instruction. |
3 |
| E ED 600 |
Advanced Issues in Child Development and Learning Child development from infancy to school age. Social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development related to practical implications for programs. Developmental learning sequences in relation to curriculum and teaching styles. |
3 |
| E ED 605 |
Supervised Student Teaching in Observation and Evaluation in ECE Supervised field experience in an infant, preschool, or school-age daycare program. Techniques of observation and other evaluations will be practiced and used to develop individualized learning experiences. |
3 |
Child Development Matrix
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Permit Title |
Education and Experience Requirements(Option 1 only: Both column requirements must be met) |
Alternative Qualification Requirements(Options 2, 3, or 4) |
Authorization |
Five Year Renewal Requirement |
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Assistant(Optional) |
Option 1: 6 units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) |
Option 1: None | Option 2: Accredited HERO program (including ROP) |
Authorizes the holder to assist in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program under the supervision of an Associate Teacher Permit holder or above. |
105 hours of professional growth activities***** |
Associate Teacher |
Option 1: 12 units ECE/CD including core courses** | Option 1: 50 days of experience at 3+ hours per day within 2 years | Option 2: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. CDA Credential must be earned in California. | Authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and supervise an Aide or Assistant Permit holder. | Permit may only be renewed one time with additional 15 units. Must meet Teacher Permit requirements within 10 years. |
Teacher |
Option 1: 24 units ECE/CD including core courses** plus 16 General Education (GE) units* |
Option 1: 175 days of experience at 3+ hours per day within 4 years |
Option 2: A.A. or higher in ECE/CD or related field with 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting |
Authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and supervise Aide or Permit holders above. |
105 hours of professional growth activities***** |
Master Teacher |
Option 1: 24 units ECE/CD including core courses** plus 16 GE units* plus 6 specialization units plus 2 adult supervision units | Option 1: 350 days of experience at 3+ hours per day within 4 years | Option 2: B.A. or higher(does not have to be in ECE/CD) with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting | Authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and supervise all above including the Aide. Also authorizes the holder to serve as a coordinator of curriculum and staff development. | 105 hours of professional growth activities***** |
Site Supervisor |
Option 1: A.A. (or 60 units) which includes: 24 ECE/CD units with core courses** plus 6 administration units plus 2 adult supervision units |
Option 1: 350 days of experience at 3+ hours per day within 4 years, including at least 100 days of supervising adults |
Option 2: B.A. or higher (does not have to be in ECE/CD) with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting; Or Option 3: Admin. credential *** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting; Or Option 4: Teaching credential**** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting |
Authorizes the holder to supervise a child care and development program operating at a single site; provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and serve as coordinator of curriculum and staff development. |
105 hours of professional growth activities***** |
Program Director |
Option 1: B.A. or higher (does not have to be in ECE/CD) including: 24 ECE/CD units with core courses** plus 6 administration units plus 2 adult supervision units |
Option 1: Site Supervisor status and one program year of Site Supervisor experience | Option 2: Admin credential*** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting; Or Option 3: Teaching credential**** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting, plus 6 units administration; Or Option 4: Master's Degree in ECE/CD or Child/Human Development | Authorizes the holder to supervise a child care and development program operating in a single site or multiple-sites; provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and serve as coordinator of curriculum and staff development. | 105 hours of professional growth activities***** |
| NOTE: All unit requirements listed are semester units. All course work must be degree applicable and completed with a grade of 'C' or better from a regionally accredited college or university. | |||||
| * GE Units: One course in each of the four general education categories: English/Language Arts; Math or Science; Social Sciences; Humanities and/or Fine Arts. ** Core Courses: One course in each of the following categories, Child/Human Growth & Development; Child/Family/Community or Child and Family Relations; and Programs/Curriculum. (All core course work must meet a minimum unit requirement of three semester units or four quarter units) *** Holders of the Administrative Services Credential may serve as a Site Supervisor or Program Director. **** A valid Multiple Subject or a Single Subject in Home Economics. *****Professional growth hours must be completed under the guidance of a Professional Growth Advisor. |
For more detailed information by the CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing, refer to Leaflet CL-797. |
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This matrix was prepared by the Child Development Training Consortium. To obtain a permit application, please visit our website.
Permit Matrix 2/2023
Collaborating Organizations
About Jumpstart
Jumpstart is a national early education organization working toward the day every child in America enters kindergarten prepared to succeed.
Jumpstart provides language, literacy, and social-emotional programming for preschool children from under-resourced communities and promote quality early learning for all children. Join us to work toward the day every child in America enters kindergarten prepared to succeed.
What is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation's most pressing challenges, and improve lives and communities.
The mission of AmeriCorps is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering.