Teacher Assistant
About The Position
Under general supervision of the classroom Teacher or Teacher w/ Waiver, the Teacher Assistant supports activities designed to stimulate learning, caregiver involvement, student progress, assessments, and transition into kindergarten. Within the team structure, the Teacher Assistant provides quality preschool services for children enrolled in the Early Care and Learning program which include the following responsibilities: Interactions with Children and Families (80%), Staff Relationships (10%), and Administrative Functions (10%) Review the job flyer for all the job details, requirements, and benefits.
Requirements
- 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education, including 3 semester units of Infant & Toddler Development. Internal CCRC applicants may alternatively meet this requirement by the successful completion of the Teacher Aide Apprenticeship program.
- Must have a current Teacher Assistant Permit or above based on the California Teacher Credential (CTC) Matrix.
- Must hold a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
- Must have intermediate technology skills specifically using Zoom, Outlook, and Microsoft Suites, PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn additional platforms related to the program.
- Basic knowledge of standard teaching practices, effective instructional strategies, Community Care Licensing and all other applicable regulations.
- Background check required.
- Health Clearance: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with “at risk” populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93)
- CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866)
Responsibilities
- Interactions with Children and Families (80%)
- Staff Relationships (10%)
- Administrative Functions (10%)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
- Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
- Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
- Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
