Education Teacher Assistant I Part Time

Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A tribal educational organization in California is seeking a part-time Education Teacher Assistant I to support the cognitive, social, and emotional well-being of students. Responsibilities include tutoring, organizing activities, and maintaining communication with staff. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and must complete early childhood education units after hiring. The starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
• Prior experience working with children, especially those with special needs, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Education Director in planning and organizing activities.
• Tutor students needing assistance in various subjects.
• Chaperone field trips and special events.

Skills

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 units of early childhood education per semester

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email software

Job description

Overview

Under the direction of the Education Director, the Education Teacher Assistant I will assist the Education Director in planning, organizing, supervising, and supporting the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical well-being of students while ensuring their safety. This is a part-time (25 hours per week) role Monday-Friday from 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Tutor all students needing assistance with school studies using a variety of instructional and assessment strategies to meet individual needs with assignments or difficult concepts in mathematics, English language arts, science, social studies, and other subject matters.
• Aides in developing a child’s positive self-concept and self-worth by praising, showing acceptance, and listening.
• Ensure and reinforce the policies and procedures of the Education Center.
• Chaperone all field trips and special events, which may include overnight and weekends.
• Maintain communication with staff regarding all areas of academic strengths and weaknesses.
• Assist in maintaining the Education Director’s daily schedule.
• Walk the students from the bus stop to the education center in the absence of the HPUL Security Officer.
• Act in a limited capacity in the absence of the Education Director.
• Assist in planning and implementing activities for children during after school, holidays, summer months, etc., as the need may arise.
• Light housekeeping duties to ensure the safety of children and to provide a clean environment.
• Maintain equipment and supplies used in the classroom and on the playground.
• Share information with appropriate staff concerning the enrolled children and their families.
• Demonstrate effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Follow oral and written directions and establish effective working relationships with staff and children.
• Maintain child and center personnel confidentiality.
• Acknowledge and respect the values and traditions of the diverse cultures represented in the community and in the classroom.
• Demonstrate a positive role in school and community relations.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to Tribal history, lifestyle, and culture.
• Dress in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Meet established attendance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all aspects of work and in alignment with policies and procedures.
• Ability to function as a contributing team member and interact positively and openly with peers and others.
• Possess a high level of integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive, regulated, and confidential environment.
• Ability to stay focused on the job.
• Familiarize quickly and accurately with new and existing computer software and office procedures; operate a variety of office equipment.
• Utilize computer software to access and prepare reports, resolutions, and necessary documents.
• General computer skills including Internet and software programs such as Email, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with professionalism, good grammar, respect, and courtesy.
• Experience motivating and working effectively with parents, other adults, and children from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
• Flexible and able to meet the changing needs of the program.
• Able to travel to attend conferences and schedule in-service training throughout the year.
• Ability to work flexible hours for scheduled weekend, evening, and overnight activities as needed.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and independently.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and attention to detail.
• Able to travel during the day and/or night, sometimes long distances.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED.
• Selected candidate will be expected to complete 3 units of early childhood education each semester following initial employment, with continuation in an educational program until all 6 units are completed. PLUS:
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment Skill Assessment evaluating:
• English, Grammar, and writing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer skills (Excel and MS Office).
• Reading and comprehension skills.
• All offers are contingent upon signing a confidentiality agreement and satisfactory completion of drug screening and background checks, including a Livescan fingerprint check. Employer observes federal standards for controlled substances.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record satisfactory to the Tribe’s insurance carrier.

Preferred

• An associate degree in early childhood education/child development.
• Prior experience working with children with special needs is highly preferred.

Certificates And Licenses

• Must maintain a current Infant and Child CPR/First Aid certification or complete these requirements within three months of being hired.
• Must complete a Mandated Reporter Training within the first 45 days of being hired.

Compensation

Starting Pay is $18.00 per hour with the ability to advance to $19.00 per hour upon completion of all 6 units of early childhood education. Employee must complete the training with passing grade. Employee may be eligible for a bonus after completing one year provided all educational requirements have been met timely and performance is meeting expectations.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Verbal communication sufficient to exchange accurate ideas and information.
• Able to handle or feel objects, utilize manual and automatic office equipment.
• Able to stand, bend, reach down and stretch overhead, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Frequently move, transport, and manipulate equipment and items up to 35 pounds.
• May lift or hold children up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Safely use kitchen equipment and implements that can be heavy, hot, or sharp, as well as cleaning and sanitizing products.
• Able to complete job tasks in an environment that can be noisy and includes the comings and goings of small children and their families.
• Must complete a Successful Tuberculosis (TB) check and comply with regulatory immunization requirements.

Who We Are

The Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake is a federally-recognized native sovereign nation. Our primary purposes relate to the overall wellbeing of our Tribal Members and our families. We have active programs and relationships with our Pomo tribal neighbors in Lake County California that help preserve our Pomo culture. We strive to respect our neighbor’s and larger community’s needs in all activities.

Indian Preference

Native American Indian preference shall apply to the position in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and related regulations. Applicants claiming Indian preference must submit verification of Indian eligibility with their application.