Teacher II (Panorama City)

EL PROYECTO DEL BARRIO INC•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$26 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher II position is a Lead Teacher position. This position will serve as a classroom teacher to facilitate each child’s growth in social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development with age-appropriate activities. This position will also participate in the planning, development, and implementation of program goals.

Requirements

Knowledge of child learning environments.
High level of professionalism, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office.
Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining a necessary degree of confidentiality.
Ability to work in culturally and racially diverse populations and in lower socio-economic conditions.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and multi-task while maintaining quality standards.
Ability to build productive working relationships.
Ability to determine the course of action based on guidelines and to modify processes and methods as needed.
Ability to pleasantly and effectively represent the organization.
Associate’s degree in early childhood development, child development, or equivalent OR a combination of education and related work experience.
1 year of related experience.
Child Development Teacher’s Permit.
Must provide proof of required vaccinations by federal, state, and local funding sources.
Employees driving personal vehicles for El Proyecto business must provide El Proyecto proof of a valid driving license, and auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred.
Must be comfortable working with underserved populations.
Experience working with a nonprofit organization a plus.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
BLS/CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, learning environment for children to facilitate the development of fundamental skills, including social interaction, motor skills, language, and cognitive development.
Assist with the development of lesson plans based on the children’s needs and interests.
Utilize play-based activities to teach children.
Assist with the assessments of individual children.
Participate in community outreach activities as necessary to maintain appropriate children enrollment.
Maintain clear communication with parents regarding children’s development and the program.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.