Teacher Assistant (Part-Time and Substitute)

City of La Habra•La Habra, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of La Habra is seeking passionate, creative, and motivated individuals for part-time and/or substitute Teacher Assistant positions within its Child Development Division, serving both School-Age and Pre-School Programs. These grant-funded positions may be of limited-term and involve working with children for up to 8 hours per day, not exceeding 28.5 hours per week. The role supports the planning, organizing, and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum, assisting children in activities that promote social/emotional, physical health and safety, and cognitive growth. The City of La Habra is a community located in Orange County, known for its festivals and Children's Museum. The Child Development Division is committed to providing individual attention and support to each child, preparing them for their educational journey and accommodating the unique needs of children with disabilities.

Requirements

Copy of college transcripts showing Child Development units or class schedule printout is required and must be attached or a State of California Child Development Assistant Permit.
Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certification is required (30 days after employment).
Must pass California Community Care Licensing fingerprint clearance to work with children.
Successful Completion of a criminal history background check.
Obtain and maintain all certifications and educational requirements as established by state and federal guidelines.
Including: CPR/First Aid certificate for infants and children.
TB test; proof of current Influenza, Pertussis and MMR vaccination.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists with the planning, preparation, organizing, and implementing the program for preschool-age or school-age children by approved curriculum, applicable policies, and philosophy of the Child Development program.
Teach, supervise, and monitor student progress.
Supervises children in all activities, including indoors and outdoors, snack and meal times, field trips, emergencies, preschool toileting, and preparedness drills.
Direct students' group activities as assigned; provide emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance, and encourage their involvement in activities.
Assist in preparing and maintaining a clean, safe, attractive, and positive learning environment, including inspecting facilities to ensure children's safety indoors and outdoors.
Model and develop language and communication skills with students.
Completes daily observations of students, documenting the students' learning.
Administer routine first aid to students as needed.
Participate in professional development and training as assigned; attend staff and other meetings as required.
Participates in all Child Development community family events outside of typical work hours, parades, performances, etc.
Perform related duties as assigned.