Teacher Assistant, Temporary
About The Position
CommUnify is hiring a Teacher Assistant for a full-time temporary position at the Los Padres Head Start Center in Santa Maria. The position starts at $19.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on the number of Early Childhood Education units completed. Under the supervision of a Site Supervisor, the Teacher Assistant supports classroom teachers in carrying out a high-quality early childhood program. The successful candidate must have a Child Development Teacher Assistant Permit or higher from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and be enrolled in a Child Development Associate credential program, to be completed within two years of hire. The employee must obtain and maintain a current Child Development Permit for the position and a Pediatric First Aid and CPR card. The role also requires successfully completing a pre-employment physical examination, obtaining tuberculosis clearance, clearing the Community Care Licensing fingerprint process, and providing verification of state-required vaccines upon hire. Influenza vaccination may be waived through an annual waiver.
Requirements
- Have a Child Development Teacher Assistant Permit or higher from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
- Be enrolled in a Child Development Associate credential program and complete it within two years of hire.
- Obtain and maintain a current Child Development Permit for the position held.
- Obtain and maintain a Pediatric First Aid and CPR card.
- Have knowledge of Internet and word-processing software.
- Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination.
- Obtain tuberculosis clearance and clear the Community Care Licensing fingerprint process.
- Provide verification upon hire of state-required vaccines for influenza, pertussis, and measles. Acceptable verification includes an immunization record or physician statement; influenza vaccination may be waived by completing an annual waiver.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children with disabilities is desirable.
- Bilingual ability is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain 100% supervision of children by sight and sound when included in the teacher/child ratio.
- Consistently use positive child guidance methods.
- Develop positive relationships with each child and with parents.
- Assist with meal preparation, mealtimes, and cleanup.
- Set out cots or mats for nap time and assist children during naps.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom environment.
- Maintain the confidentiality of records and information about enrolled families.
- Attend and contribute to regular staff meetings and curriculum planning meetings.
- Help implement the curriculum under teacher direction, including small-group activities, field trips, mealtimes, and one-on-one activities with children.
- Contribute to child observations and ongoing assessment.
- Assist children with toileting, diapering, feeding, and other physical care needs.
- Be aware of children’s food allergies and ensure they receive doctor-recommended substitutions.
- Be sensitive to children with special needs.
- Function as a positive team member and communicate effectively with families and coworkers.
- Attend parent meetings and home visits when requested.
- Perform other comparable related duties as required.
Benefits
- Excellent benefits
- Positive work environment
- Ability to balance work and home
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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