Part Time Preschool Teacher Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Able to work as a team with other teachers in a multi-age setting.
• Willing and able to fill in any responsibilities needed with various age groups when situations arise.
• Able to assist in maintaining a clean and organized environment.
• Follows philosophies of The Outdoor Classroom Project and Reggio based learning.
• If asked, able to attend an evening staff meeting and/or training once per month.
• Able to take direction from Classroom Teachers.
• Able to communicate effectively as a member of a team.
• Follows schedules and directions of classroom teachers to assist in diapering, food preparation, cleaning, laundry, dishes and all other aspects of early care and education.
• Understands the role of an assistant as second in charge. Communication with families and discipline of children should be roles primarily handled by the full-time classroom teachers.

Position Requirements

• 6+ units in Child Development/Early Childhood Education, with the plan of getting 12+ units.
• In addition preferably a minimum of 3 units of Infant/Toddler Studies.
• CPR/First Aide certified including fifteen hours of Health and Safety Training.
• Good communication, problem solving, and priority setting skills as well as maintaining an overall positive and professional attitude /disposition.
• Applied knowledge of computer software including Word, Outlook, digital photography and Excel for email, documentation and child portfolios.
• Ability to work as a team with other teachers in a multi-age setting with a willingness to be adaptable.
• Ability to make decisions on behalf of children and protect their well-being.
• Must be able to manage confidential information.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on the telephone or virtually.
• Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or assemble/manufacture intricate items.
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time.
• Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40-pound child.

Pay/Salary Information

Pay scale for this position - $19 to $22 hourly