Summary: Under the direction of the Kids Town Site Supervisor/ Head Teacher and Director, the Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting the Head Teachers and Teachers with providing a variety of developmentally and age appropriate activities for children in a safe environment as well as assisting Head Teachers conduct parent conferences. Performance is reviewed on a continuous basis with specific goals and objectives identified throughout the year. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The schedule for this position is Monday- Friday, times based on the needs of the preschool.
Duties / Responsibilities:
- Maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom by:
- Implementing and organizing programs and activities appropriate for children to meet their individual needs; supervising the daily routine of the children’s activities, creating environments where children can function and learn on their own at their own stage of development.
- Arranging indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities and safety.
- Organizing and labeling materials and displaying children’s work in a manner appropriate for their ages and perceptual skills.
- Managing and supervising volunteers.
- Ensuring the safety and health of children in the classroom and attending to children’s needs as they arise.
- Being familiar with Title 22 and Title 5 regulations.
- Actively participate in curriculum development and implementation by:
- Working collaboratively with others to plan and implement age appropriate activities.
- Providing high quality interaction with children, promoting cognitive development.
- Organizing and leading activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts & crafts, music and storytelling.
- Preparing materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Promoting appreciation for cultural and linguistic diversity.
- Assist with developmental assessments by:
- Developing familiarity with DRDP.
- Participating actively in assigned observation duties.
- Providing timely and accurate documentation.
- Provide parent relations by:
- Helping parents feel welcomed.
- Promoting parent participation and the learning process by being available to answer questions.
- Conducting parent conferences for children in his/her classroom on an annual basis or more frequently if needed.
- Conducting outreach in the community to recruit families and to build a network of resources.
- Attend relevant meetings, trainings, events and activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications (All applicants MUST meet the minimum qualifications):
- An AA or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
- A valid Child Development Assistant Teacher permit from the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
- A minimum of 1 year experience working with parents and children in a licensed childcare environment.
- Proof of passing a Live Scan fingerprinting clearance, a physical examination, provide negative results from a TB test, and provide immunization record.
- Proof of full COVID-19 Vaccination.
- Experience providing services to immigrant families
- Ability to establish rapport with and respect for children and their parents.
- Ability to create a feeling of confidence and self-esteem in children and their families.
- Bilingual capacity (English/ Spanish).
- Experience in working with diverse cultures.
- Ability to organize and prepare documentation in a timely manner.
- Strong commitment to working with a multicultural community.
- Ability to work collaboratively with others and a willingness to participate fully in the team process.
- Self-directing and the ability to work independently as required.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Physical requirements: Able to lift a child weighing up to 40 lbs.; able to bend, reach and lift up to or above head-level, able to hear a child calling for help; able to see a child on the playground; able to sit for long periods of time; able to climb and descend stairways; able to kneel or sit on floor for up to thirty(30) minutes at a time while working with children; able to work in a moderate to loud environment; seeing to inspect the field and written documents; ability to communicate with KYCC staff, affiliates, clients and public; sitting for extended periods of time; and dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment.
Desired Qualifications:
- A Teacher or a Master Teacher permit from the California Teacher Credentialing Commission.
- Strong organizational, written and communication skills.
- Certification in CPR (Child & Adult) and First Aid training.
- A valid Class C California Driver License, access to personal automobile, and proof of auto insurance.
TO APPLY, please submit a cover letter and resume.
KYCC is an EOE & E-Verify Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Childcare, Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Assistant Teacher permit from CCTC (Required)
Work Location: In person