School Age Assistant Teacher

Catalyst Kids • San Jose, CA

298d • $18 - $27

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 with care/teaching 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual/multilingual language preference based on individual center needs.

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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) employer paid coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Personal Health Advocate.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Commuter pre-tax benefit.
• Discounted childcare.
• Access to the Calm app.
• Tickets at Work employee discounts.
• Be constantly in a learning and growth process with training and professional growth advisory.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree