Teacher Assistant

About the role

Within the team structure, the Teacher Assistant provides quality preschool services for children enrolled in the Early Care and Learning program.

Responsibilities

• Interactions with Children and Families (80%): Provide direct support and engagement with children and their families.
• Staff Relationships (10%): Collaborate effectively with colleagues and team members.
• Administrative Functions (10%): Complete required documentation and administrative tasks.
• Assure general maintenance and security of facility and assist with inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Active engagement in parent meetings; including participation, oral presentations, planning, and set up of materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education, including 3 semester units of Infant & Toddler Development. Internal CCRC applicants may alternatively meet this requirement by the successful completion of the Teacher Aide Apprenticeship program.
• Certifications:
  • Must have a current Teacher Assistant Permit or above based on the California Teacher Credential (CTC) Matrix. Individuals who do not yet hold a current permit and are pending receipt may be considered for hire if they provide documentation confirming the permit application has been officially submitted and is pending review through the CTC. Documentation must show a submitted application status; payment receipts or preliminary steps alone do not meet this requirement. Those pending receipt of the permit must receive it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.
  • Must hold a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Technical Skills: Must have intermediate technology skills specifically using Zoom, Outlook, Microsoft Suites, and PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn additional platforms related to the program.
• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of standard teaching practices, effective instructional strategies, Community Care Licensing, and all other applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Uphold the values and principles of the organization.
• 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.
• Show ability to have flexibility, maturity of judgment, and ability to work collegially.
• 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.

Schedule

• The Teacher Assistant works full time 40 hours a week. Overtime may be expected.
• May work a non-traditional work schedule including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends. Hours may vary depending on the needs of the program.

Work environment

This position works in an Early Care and Learning Center. The Early Care and Learning Center includes Early Learning classrooms for children ages Birth to 5 years old, outside playgrounds and play structures, and may include regular office space and/or storage areas at larger centers. School year center assignments can vary depending on business needs.

Pay

Expected Hourly Pay Rate $20.00

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Robust benefit offerings – 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 – You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!