Early Childhood Assistant: Nurture & Learn

MAOF; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Bereavement Leave

Jury Duty - paid days

Medical Insurance (100% paid)

Job summary

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation seeks a Teacher Assistant to support teachers with instruction, supervision, and care in a safe, nurturing setting. You will assist with daily activities, meals, nap routines, and classroom tasks to promote development.

Requirements include six semester units in ECE/Child Development, 1 year of preschool experience preferred, and AB 1207 training within 90 days. Health, background checks, and Live Scan clearance are required for employment.

Qualifications

• Six (6) semester units in Early Childhood Education and/or Child Development.
• At least 1 year of experience with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Must complete AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire and renew every 2 years.
• Must pass health requirements and live scan/background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher with classroom instruction and daily activities.
• Support a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Provide continuous supervision to ensure health, safety, and well-being of children.
• Assist with implementing lesson plans and age-appropriate activities (art, music, games, etc.).
• Assist with attendance, classroom documentation, and observations of child development.
• Supervise the classroom when the Teacher is temporarily away.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, conferences, and parent meetings.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom and outdoor learning environment.
• Collaborate with the Teacher on lesson plans and materials.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Diversity & inclusion

Confidentiality

Positive attitude

Education

Six semester units in ECE/Child Development

Job description

Support the education, supervision, and care of children in a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. The Teacher Assistant assists the Teacher with classroom instruction, daily activities, and the overall well-being of children while ensuring adequate supervision at alltimes.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY

Under the direction of the Site Supervisor and assigned Teacher, the Teacher Assistant supports classroom instruction, supervises children, assists with lesson implementation, and contributes to the observation and documentation of children's developmental progress.

• Assist the Teacher with classroom instruction and daily activities by preparing materials, supervising play, serving meals, supporting nap routines, and performing other assigned duties.
• Support a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Provide continuous supervision to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children.
• Assist with implementing lesson plans, educational activities, and age-appropriate experiences, including art, music, games, and creative play.
• Assist with daily attendance, classroom documentation, and observations of children's developmental progress.
• Support children during snack and meal times while encouraging healthy eating habits and positive social interaction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and developmentally appropriate classroom and outdoor learning environment.
• Collaborate with the Teacher in preparing lesson plans, classroom materials, and educational equipment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers while promoting an inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.
• Supervise the classroom when the Teacher is temporarily away.
• Attend required staff meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, and parent meetings.
• Maintain a professional appearance and comply with MAOF dress code requirements, including wearing the assigned uniform or apron.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the successful implementation of the MAOF Child Care and Development Program.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of six (6) semester units in Early Childhood Education and/or Child Development.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and commitment to supporting the growth and development of young children.
• Ability to work effectively with children and families from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must successfully complete California AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire and renew every two (2) years.
• Must successfully complete all pre-employment health requirements, including a physical examination, Tuberculosis (TB) clearance, required immunizations (influenza, pertussis, and measles), and criminal background clearances through the FBI, DOJ, and CACI prior to employment.
• Must maintain Live Scan fingerprint clearance throughout employment.
• Regular attendance is required in accordance with the assigned work schedule based on program operational needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, sit on the floor, reach, lift,carry, and actively supervise young children. The employee must frequently use hands to handle classroom materials and communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff. The employee must occasionally lift, carry, or assist children and classroom materials weighing up to 20 pounds. Specific visionabilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is primarily located within an early childhood education setting and may include classrooms, outdoor play areas, kitchens, and administrative offices. Employees may be exposed to varying noise levels, cleaning products, infectious illnesses common to child care settings, and changing weather conditions while supervising outdoor activities.

MAOF Sponsored Benefits:

At MAOF, we are committed to supporting the overall well-being of our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package of benefits and perks for full-time employees, with select benefits also available to part-time employees.

• Personal Time Off(PTO) - Vacation/personal days or sick time).
• Paid Sick Time – 48hours
• Bereavement Leave – 5paid days.
• Jury Duty – 5 paid days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid 100% by MAOF.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan- 5% employer match – 100% vested.
• Basic Life and Accidental Insurance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance(EAP) – For team members and dependents; counseling, legal assistance, financial planning, identity theft, etc.
• Supplemental Cancer, Disability, and Accident plans.
• Employee referral bonus (referring employee earns $500 for each new hire who completes 90 days.
• Discounts for AT&T wireless, movie tickets, amusement parks, and much more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Credit Union Membership

Contact information below if you would like more information regarding this position. Phone Number: [phone]Fax Number: [phone]Website: www.maof.org Email: [e-mail]

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
• Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

Teacher Assistant

Application Procedure

To apply directly online, follow the link below.
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Contact information below if you would like more information regarding thisposition.
Phone Number: [phone]
Fax Number: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

In order for your application to be accepted, the following documents are REQUIRED:

• College Transcripts are REQUIRED when applying for the MAOF Head Start, Child Care and Pre-School programs,
• Degree along with college transcripts REQUIRED for any positions that require a BA or higher degree,
• When applying for positions of Associate Teacher, Teacher, Head Teacher or Site Supervisor a copy of the Permit from the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing is REQUIRED,
• When applying for positions that do not require transcripts or degrees a High School diploma or equivalency REQUIRED,
• Updated resume REQUIRED for all positions,
• 2 letters of PROFESSIONAL recommendation REQUIRED for all positions.

Minimum qualifications must-be-met by the close of filing date.

MAOF offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accidental Insurance, Employer Contribution and Employer Match 403(b) Retirement Plan with 100% vesting, Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs (EAP), Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, 501(c)(3) Designation Public Service Loan Forgiveness, other supplemental benefits such as AFLAC, Credit Union Membership and Discount tickets to Southern CA theme parks and attractions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here .