Lead Children's Center Student Assistant

About the role

The Lead Children's Center Student Assistant supports full-time teaching staff in the daily supervision of children and classroom management. Responsibilities include delegating responsibilities to Student Assistants, supporting onboarding and training of new Student Assistants, implementing daily curriculum, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled student at Cal Poly with a minimum of 6 units, graduate students must carry 4 units.
• At least 12 completed units in ECE/CD.
• At least 6 months of part-time experience working with children under the age of 6.
• Proof of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test, completed health screening, and fingerprint clearance is required.
• Provide verification of Flu shot, or signed waiver.
• Clear understanding of Title 5 and Title 22 licensing ratios and rules.
• Effective communication skills, including giving clear directions and collaborating with team members.
• Mentor and support Student Assistants in program philosophy and daily routines.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for children's supervision in all areas of the classroom environment per Title 22 licensing guidelines and Title 5 requirements.
• Communicate staffing plans with Student Assistants.
• Support training Student Assistants in classroom management, supporting and engaging children, and following the daily schedule and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a welcoming environment for all center children, families, visitors, and staff members.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all staff and co-workers.
• Demonstrate a commitment to student development and leadership.
• Ensure punctuality and adhere to absence protocols.
• Ensure a safe environment for all participants through awareness of safety concerns and effective risk management.
• Attend all mandatory meetings, workshops, and retreats.
• Enforce all ASI departmental policies and procedures.

Specialized Duties and Responsibilities

• Absorb and communicate staffing plans with Student Assistants.
• Support Head Teacher in providing appropriate learning experiences for young children including set up and maintenance of the environment.
• Safeguard children in the classroom, yard, and during walking trips.
• Assist with meal set-up service, and clean up processes, while modeling food safety and compliance with CACFP.
• Perform tasks as required for daily classroom routines.
• Use appropriate and acceptable language with the children.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and ASI policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment.

Benefits

Compensation and Hours:

• Hourly Pay Rate: $17.40 per hour
• Hourly Pay Range: $17.40 per hour
• Position requires a minimum of two consecutive terms of work availability.

Location

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Associated Students, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.