Child Development Assistant Teacher

Job Summary
Promotes a safe, health, and nurturing atmosphere for children which allows parents the opportunity to access programs within the organization in accordance with their case plan. Responsible for developing and implementing age appropriate curricula. Assesses students’ progress. Collaborate with other departments to develop and implement plans for individual children based on assessment. Assists children with physical, social, and behavioral needs. Maintains effective communications with parents.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain Confidentiality
• Treat children, parents, and staff with dignity and respect.
• Ability to transition and work with different age groups when needed.
• Discuss with parents on children’s progress and needs.
• Discuss with Mental Health Staff on individual children’s progress and needs.
• Assist on developing behavioral plans for children based on discussions with Mental Health, parents, and other sources related to working with the child.
• Assist on developing and plan activities for parents to do with their children while completing parent participation activities.
• Ensure that all Licensing Regulations specific to classroom operations are maintained in the child care program at all times.
• Ensure the health and safety of the children.
• Inform Program Supervisor of any health or safety issues with equipment or in the environment immediately.
• Understand children’s stages of growth and development while staying current with best practices and theories in the Child Development community.
• Use non-punitive methods of discipline and offer guidance to children in a positive manner.
• Provide care to daily child needs including: diapering, feeding, rocking, comforting, toilet training, and other similar tasks.
• Assist in supervision, support, and daily direction of volunteers.
• Assist in daily direction of clients completing chore tasks in classrooms.
• Assist in on-the-job training of new staff.
• Assist the Program Supervisor in assessing and developing new program needs.
• Responsible for the arrangement, appearance, décor, and cleanliness of the classroom.
• Design a goal-directed program for each age group which addresses cognitive, motor, language, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of the children.
• Encourage children to make appropriate decisions.
• Maintain a friendly and professional relationship with parents and co-workers.
• Participate in recommended and required training programs where appropriate.
• Knowledge of community care licensing guidelines.
• Plan, supervise, and implement age appropriate programs and activities for groups of children in accordance with Children’s Services policies and procedures.
• Provide written and oral reports of serious incidents and behaviors to Program Supervisor.
• Provide written purposeful monthly lesson plans to Program Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Provide written articles for use in monthly newsletters or other program needs in a timely manner upon request.
• Use resources, supplies, and equipment of the Village in a cost effective, safe, and responsible manner.
• Inform Program Supervisor of equipment or supplies that need to be replaced or purchased for classroom use.
• Perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.
• May be required to participate in Village-wide activities and/or committees.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, preferred
• 6 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development
• 3 units in Infant/Toddler Development
• 12 core ECE units plus 3 units in Infant/Toddler Development, preferred
• Holds a valid Assistant Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC)
• 1 year of experience as an assistant teacher in a licensed child care center, preferred
• 6 months of experience working in a licensed child care center or a combination of coursework and experience equivalent to the Assistant Teacher level of the Child Development Permit
• Meets the qualification for an Associate Teacher Permit, preferred

Other:

• Fingerprint clearance through DOJ and FBI and approved through California Community Care Licensing
• CPR, First Aid Certification
• Immunization for Influenza, Pertussis and Measles prior to start date
• Physical and TB Clearance

Skills:

• Ability to work effectively with volunteers.
• Understanding of the organization’s Vision, Mission, and CREED.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and highly effective in working objectively with a diverse group of people.
• Team player willing to accept and promote organizational goals and function with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make decisions based on education preparation and experience which reflect consistency with organization philosophy, policies, and procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21