Teacher Assistant

Child Care Resource Center • North Hills, CA

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Assistant provides quality preschool services for children enrolled in the Early Care and Learning program. This role is vital to the mission's success and reputation as a leader in cultivating child, family, and community well-being. The position is within a team structure and involves interactions with children and families, staff relationships, and administrative functions.

Requirements

• 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education, including 3 semester units of Infant & Toddler Development (or completion of the Teacher Aide Apprenticeship program for internal CCRC applicants).
• Must have a current Teacher Assistant Permit or above based on the California Teacher Credential (CTC) Matrix.
• Individuals pending receipt of the permit must provide documentation confirming the permit application has been officially submitted and is pending review through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
• Must hold a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain all assigned workflow and a high level of customer satisfaction in a fast-paced working environment.
• Ability to supervise children and ensure a safe environment including the ability to monitor and respond to events going on at all times in the classroom, outdoor play areas and on field trips.
• Ability to respond appropriately to an emergency or a crisis.
• Provide effective communication and customer service, working professionally with adults and children, demonstrating appropriate conduct with families.
• Cooperative work, effective Organization skills and Customer Service; collaborative teamwork, accurate work product, strong problem-solving skills, and effective critical thinking.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and predictable attendance to carry out the essential functions.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively, multi-task, adjust to meet multiple demands; follow up with tasks through completion; ensure deadlines are met.
• Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, apply good judgment in making decisions, work independently and take initiatives.
• Adhere to confidentiality, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements.
• Adhere to technological security in accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Those pending receipt of the permit must receive it within 3 months, 90 days, of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality preschool services for children enrolled in the Early Care and Learning program.
• Interacts with children and families.
• Maintains staff relationships.
• Performs administrative functions.
• Assures general maintenance and security of facility.
• Assists with inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Actively engages in parent meetings, including participation, oral presentations, planning, and set up of materials.

Benefits

• 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-Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

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