Preschool Teacher Assistant

Internationalschools; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Internationalschools in Anaheim, CA is seeking an early childhood aide to support classroom teachers and implement activities. You will assist with daily tasks, supervise children, and help maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma, 12 ECE units, CPR/First Aid certification, and state clearance checks. Collaboration with staff and adherence to program philosophy are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate required.
• Completed 12 units in Early Childhood Education or in a program to achieve this.
• Ability to work cooperatively with, and take direction from, other adults.
• Must be able to understand and support the program's philosophy.
• Must pass Dept. Of Social Services clearance checks.
• Be CPR and First Aid certified.

Responsibilities

• Help implement program activities under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Coordinate small group activities like arts and crafts, cooking, etc.
• Supervise napping children without the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Help ensure a healthy environment in accordance with state requirements.
• Provide playground supervision with appropriate child-to-teacher ratios.
• Assist with distribution and cleanup of lunches and snacks.
• Assist with children during restroom breaks and accidents.
• Assist with classroom daily setup.
• Assist with classroom behavior.
• Assist with injuries and fill out necessary paperwork.
• Demonstrate professionalism and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Assist with parent pick-up and drop-off and extended day activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Philosophy alignment

Safety certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

12 units in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1) Must be a High School Graduate
• 2) Must have completed 12 units in Early Childhood Education or in a program to achieve this
• 3) The ability to work cooperatively with, and take direction from, other adults
• 4) Must be able to understand and support the program's philosophy
• 5) Must pass Dept. Of Social Services clearance checks
• 6) Be CPR and First Aid certified

Embrace the Permission-to-Play values of the Fairmont Education Group:

• o Integrity
• o Honesty
• o Commitment
• o Professionalism
• o Belief
• o Commitment
• o Technology

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1) Help implement program activities under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
• 2) Coordinates small group activities like arts and crafts, cooking etc.
• 3) Supervise napping children without the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• 4) Help ensure that a healthy environment is evident at all times and in accordance with all State requirements.
• 5) Playground supervision with appropriate child to teacher ratios during various weather conditions
• 6) Assists with distribution and clean up of lunches and snacks
• 7) Assists with children during restroom breaks & accidents
• 8) Assists with set-up of classroom daily
• 9) Assists with classroom behavior
• 10) Assists with injuries and filling out necessary paperwork
• 11) Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment
• 12) Assists with parent pick-up and drop off and extended day activities

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Primarily an office/classroom position. May require significant degree of intermittent walking, bending, stooping, reaching and stretching for long periods of time. May require lifting of up to 40 lbs.

E-Verify Participation:

ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.