Associate Teacher (Toyon)

Kidango; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 38,221 - 54,436; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly and supportive work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Impactful work in children's education

Job summary

A leading early learning nonprofit in San Jose seeks an Associate Teacher to support children's development in a Dual Language Immersion program. Candidates should hold at least an Associate Teacher Permit and possess bi-literacy in Spanish. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans and maintaining a safe learning environment. Join a compassionate team dedicated to nurturing children’s abilities and ensuring their readiness for school. The position offers competitive pay at $33.63 per hour, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be bi-literate in Spanish and preferably Mandarin or Vietnamese.
• 1 year of prior experience with young children is preferred.
• Required certifications for CPR/First Aid training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in general supervision and education of children.
• Prepare learning materials and lesson plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the environment.

Skills

Bi-literate in Spanish

Experience working with young children

Communication skills

Education

Minimum Associate Teacher Permit or higher credential

Job description

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A little about us…

Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources.

As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels.

Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

About The Role

The Associate Teacher assists the teachers and/or Center Director and assumes responsibility for general supervision, development and education of children at our Toyon Center which provides a unique Dual Language Immersion EHS program with an emphasis on Environmental Education programming. EHS is a federally funded school readiness and family support program for low-income and special needs children that promotes parents/guardians as the primary educator of the child.

Position Overview

• Employment Type: Full-time/Non-Exempt
• Salary: $33.63/hourly
• Location: San Jose, CA
• Job Category: Early Learning
• Reports to: Center Director
• Supervises: N/A

What You’ll Be Doing

• In this Dual Language Immersion center you will be a language model as assigned by program design. Language models will be using either Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin during their working hours at the center.
• Develops and assists in planning, preparing and implementing lesson plans to execute current program goals in both indoor and outdoor environment curriculum.
• Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Performs primary caregiving responsibilities.
• Assists in the completion of the Desired Results process.
• Assists in maintaining the environment in a clean, safe manner.
• Assumes responsibility for regular parent communication, including parent conferences and chatters.
• Supervises Teacher Aides, Substitute Teachers and Volunteers as requested.
• Assumes responsibilities in absence of Teacher, or Center Director.
• Assumes general responsibility for health, safety, and well-being of all children in the agency.
• Prepares written reports as directed.
• Greets children, parents, staff, and guests as needed.
• Works as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of the organization.
• Ensures personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e., feeding, assistance with toileting, including diapering, specialized equipment and so forth).
• Attends required classroom, center, and organization meetings.
• Assists other centers when requested.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum Associate Teacher Permit or higher credential
• 1 year prior experience in working with young children is preferred
• Bi-literate in Spanish (required) and/or Mandarin, Vietnamese (preferred)
• Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza)
• Required CPR/First Aid Training Certification
• 16 hours of health and safety training which includes 1 hour of nutrition training
• Required to be a mandated abuse reporter

Compensation

$33.63—$33.63 USD

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a health screening and TB test
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance
• Valid Driver License
• Must be 18 years or older
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Perks

• An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• A comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non‑discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Non-profit Organizations

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