Bilingual Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (Part-Time)

Taft College; Taft (CA); On-site; USD 2,686,000 - 3,200,000; Part time

Job summary

Taft College's Childrens Center seeks an Associate Teacher to support teachers and caregivers in a classroom setting, indoors or on a controlled playground. You will supervise play, prepare materials, maintain order, and assist with meals and self-care for young children.

This part-time role (19 hours/week, 12 months) does not include district benefits. Requires a valid CTC permit or higher and ECE coursework; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 50 days of 3 hours per day within two years of verifiable professional childcare experience.
• Must currently have and maintain a valid Child Development Associate Teacher permit, or higher, from the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). Permit must be provided within 95 days of employment per Ed Code 8360.2.
• Must be 18 years old or older
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and primary caregivers as directed.
• Supervise play activities; enforcement of safety rules; participate with children in group games.
• Preparation of supplies and the environment for activities.
• Maintain an orderly environment for the group. Observe, record, and report childrens' behavior.
• Assist children with self-care activities.
• Assist children who experience difficulty in the group or who temporarily lose control.
• Assist with meals and snack service. Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Experience with young children

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 semester units ECE/CD Infancy course

Child Development Associate Teacher permit or higher

Job description

Taft College's Childrens Center seeks an Associate Teacher to support teachers and caregivers in a classroom setting, indoors or on a controlled playground. You will supervise play, prepare materials, maintain order, and assist with meals and self-care for young children.

This part-time role (19 hours/week, 12 months) does not include district benefits. Requires a valid CTC permit or higher and ECE coursework; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.