Infant Assistant Teacher

Catalyst Family•Tracy, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Catalyst teaching staff support the planning and implementation of Catalyst's programming for children ranging in age from infant, toddler, pre-school, kinder, and school age depending on the location. Assistant Teachers must be able to facilitate a variety of age appropriate activities, support children's social emotional development, and ensure children are supervised at all times in a healthy and safe environment.

Requirements

6 postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field with passing grades of C- or better OR Regional occupation program certificate of training in child care issues and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
6 months of experience in a group care environment where care/teaching was provided for a consistent age group is preferred
Effective problem solving, conflict resolution, classroom management, and communication with children and families
Effective organization, time management, curriculum, and assessment documentation (lesson plans, portfolios, and anecdotal notes)
Ability to work alongside colleagues and maintain a professional team environment
Current adult and infant/child CPR & First Aid certification is preferred
Bilingual/multilingual language preference based on individual center needs

Nice To Haves

Visually inspect environment for hazards to children; identify hazards and implement preventative actions (i.e. set up cones to limit play area) to maintain a safe environment for children
Be comfortable with occasional loud noise in our outside the classroom during activities
Be comfortable with frequent bending, lifting, twisting, reaching, pushing, and pulling
Push, lift, carry, and hold various objects up to 15 lbs. - by individual or team effort - such as equipment carts, emergency back packs, food coolers, classroom furnishings, and other similar program materials
Work inside the classroom or outside the room in all weather conditions which are safe for children
Traverse various terrains (grass, blacktop, dirt) and heights (ladders, playgrounds) depending on the school outdoor environment
Adapt to the physical level of children (i.e. sitting on the floor, kneeling, squatting) for activities and problem-solving interactions
Supervise field trips to destinations such as aquatic parks, beaches, and trampoline parks

Responsibilities

Support the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum supported by learning foundations that are directly connected to their interests and promote positive child development
Support and maintain intentional, enriched, and supportive learning environments and quality experiences that are age appropriate for all children
Provide excellent customer service by establishing authentic connections and reciprocal, culturally responsive relationships with children, youth, families, schools, communities, and center/classroom team
Keep children healthy and safe by ensuring proper supervision, positive interactions, healthy habits, and excellent compliance
Work collaboratively with fellow staff by connecting work place values, education, and experience to provide the highest quality programs and creative workplaces