Teacher Aide

MarSell Wellness Center • Pomona, CA

8d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists teachers in creating a strength-based, needs-based, and team-based environment. Assists the teacher with developing and maintaining networks and collaborations with clinicians and case managers to improve the availability and quality of formal and informal services to the children. Participates as a team member in the education team-based approach between all classrooms.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Write simple correspondence.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees.
• Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in education or related major preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a must.
• 2+ years’ experience working with children/child development required.
• Classroom management and lesson planning experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and proactively with students and foster parents.
• Possession of a valid State driver's license.
• Attainment of at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in providing and conducting educational assessments for determining appropriate grade level of the children.
• Understand and plan, as the children are often involved in neglect, abuse, emotional or behavioral problems, physical/mental disabilities or other health conditions affecting a child's personality, family relationships, child, or in-home care arrangements.
• Assist teaching staff to develop long- and short-term educational goals to improve a child's grade level.
• Assist teaching staff to prepare lesson plans, projects, and units coordinated with approved curriculum that meets Flores standards.
• Assist teaching staff to develop person-centered, strength-based classroom environments for the children.
• Adapt teaching styles and methods to meet the interests and learning styles of the children.
• Grade assessments for students include tests, quizzes, assignments, essays, and projects.
• Assist teaching staff to maintain up-to-date records of all types and prepare reports and correspondence for team members and caregivers.
• Provide transporters with assistance when transporting children in vans when needed.
• Provide supervision and intervention to children riding in vans for transport.
• Ensure all children are riding in a safe manner and equipped in car seats when legally required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental / Vision
• 401 k / 401 k matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED