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Early Years Program- Learning Assistant (Chinese)

Silicon Valley International School

Palo Alto, CA | Full Time

$82k-108k (estimate)

10 Months Ago

Early Years Program- Learning Assistant (Chinese)

$82k-108k (estimate)

Full Time | Education & Training Services 10 Months Ago

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Silicon Valley International School is Hiring an Early Years Program- Learning Assistant (Chinese) Near Palo Alto, CA

As a Learning Assistant (Chinese Program) at Silicon Valley International School you will work closely with our international group of teachers to support early years students in the Chinese Program. Your primary responsibility is in the safety and social emotional wellbeing of our students. This is a full time position with a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay commensurate with years of experience and generous paid time off.

The Learning Assistant works within the framework of the job description and assignment and makes decisions only within that framework.

Learning Assistants are required to maintain certifications as required by the school and/or Social Services. In addition, they should keep all relevant certifications current.

Learning-Assistants are expected to:

Follow Social Services requirements and stay with the students at all times.
Demonstrate ethical behavior, responsible behavior towards attendance and work schedule
Be knowledgeable of and follow School policies and procedures, particularly those dealing with confidentiality, cross-cultural understanding, discipline, harassment and communication, health and safety, or Licensing Regulations.
Actively supervise lunch, recess, and the extended day program as noted in the schedule. Active, visual supervision is expected at all times.
Promote an atmosphere of respect for students and adults
Work to support the philosophy of the school
Address conflicts with colleagues/ teacher/Licensing & Enrichment Director first, then principal if the issue remains
Participate in in-service activities as requested
Refer all inquiries and concerns about the student to the teacher/Licensing & Enrichment Director and the Principal if needed
Assist in attendance, record keeping, student’s work filing, classroom clean up and decoration, and snack preparation.

Assist in the implementation of the classroom management
Support and promote goals for the class community, as well as the goals for the social and emotional development of the children
Lead some small group activities as instructed by the teacher/ Enrichment Support Director
Meet weekly with the teacher to get information on upcoming activities and preparation needed
Assist in preparing the learning environment, setting up activity centers, and preparing needed material and supplies in advance, as instructed by the teacher/Licensing & Enrichment Director
Note: Preparation should be made when the Employee is not responsible for supervising the students.

During the academic year, learning-assistants are not expected to:

Plan and initiate learning activities; for example, develop specific lesson plans, select learning materials
Report to parents on pedagogical matters or student academic performances

Expectations for mini-camp and summer care:

During summer care and mini-camp, learning assistants are considered camp counselors. They are expected to plan and implement activities under the guidance and supervision of the Licensing and Enrichment Support Director; who will provide a theme for the camps and help to organize planning. The learning assistance [or camp counselor] can use the available time the week before the mini-camp for planning and preparation. Time will be given in the summer care schedule to allow for weekly planning and preparation.
Working Conditions:

Working with children and youth involves extensive physical activity, mental alertness, and enthusiasm
Good general health, physical stamina, and emotional stability are essential
Ability to hear within normal range, and communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population
Ability to move quickly to address emergency or potentially dangerous situations
Ability to move about the building and the organization as needed
Ability to work outdoors in various types of weather conditions
On occasion must lift up to 35 lbs

Qualifications:

Native Chinese speaker (Mandarin)
12 Early Childhood Education Units minimum required
Minimum 2 years experience working with Early Years age children
Experience with the Primary Years Program (PYP) of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Our compensation is based on education and years of experience.The salary range for this full-time learning assistant position is $25.50 to $33.23 per hour.

Accrue six weeks of paid time off [9.85 hours per paid period]
Two weeks of holiday pay in December [which will include Christmas and New Year’s, per school calendar]
Paid sick leave – eighty (80)-hours equivalent or ten (10) calendar days per fiscal year
Eight School holidays- per the school year calendar

Silicon Valley International School is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants and makes employment decisions based on merit. INTL prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. INTL will afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees as to all terms and conditions of employment, including, without limitation, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, transfer, discipline, and termination.