Substitute: Instructional Assistant Eligibility Pool - Early Childhood Education (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District•Oakland, CA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Site Supervisor, this role provides quality childcare and a safe and loving environment for children in the Child Development Center (CDC). The Instructional Assistant will assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of the children and participate in activities with an assigned group of children. This position is part of an eligibility pool for the 2026-27 school year.

Requirements

High School Diploma
6+ units in Early Childhood Education courses
Complete application for this position (including 3 references)
Successfully complete an interview with a member of the Substitute Office or Recruitment team
Negative TB test current within past 60 days
Sealed copies of all college transcripts
Valid Driver's License, ID card, Permanent Residency Card or current US passport
Social Security Card (no copies)
Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, TB and/or other employment clearance.
Basic principles and practices of early child development including proper care and discipline.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Safety and health practices and precautions.
Provide quality child care and a safe environment for children in an assigned child care center or program
Plan and implement a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
Provide a proper role model for program children
Participate in activities with assigned group of children
Provide patient and sensitive care to infants and toddlers
Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations and procedures of the program
Use positive and proper methods of child control and behavior modification
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
Establish and maintain patient, gentle, supportive and cooperative working relationships with others
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to monitor students; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment and demonstrate activities; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Nice To Haves

Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

Provide quality child care and a safe and loving environment for the children in the CDC.
Assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of the children; read stories, sing songs, play games and participate in other activities with children.
Supervise children in outdoor play activities; implement indoor play and activities during inclement weather.
Provide for the safety of the children as required; respond to a child's needs and problems in a patient, caring and sensitive manner.
Assist with snack and lunch time as assigned; escort children to the cafeteria for breakfast as assigned; clean up eating areas and wash children's hands and faces after play times and meals as needed.
Provide for the physical needs of the children.
Provide guidance, assistance, and encouragement with various projects; assist in promoting a healthy self-image and self-esteem.
Observe behavior of children and monitor for signs of neglect or suspected abuse; report such concerns according to established guidelines.
Maintain a clean, safe, sanitary and orderly child care environment; clean, set up, and set out toys and other materials.
Perform related duties as assigned.