Teacher Assistant - Monterey County

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Sick Time

100% Paid Insurance

403(b) Employer Match

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Credit Union Membership

Discount Tickets to Theme Parks

Job summary

MAOF's Acosta Center in Monterey County seeks a Teacher Assistant to support instruction and care for preschool children. You will work under the Center Supervisor and teachers, following lesson plans, and help document children's development.

Responsibilities include assisting groups, supervising children, and maintaining a positive learning environment. A high school diploma or GED and English proficiency are required, with preferred 1 year of classroom or volunteer preschool experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of classroom paid or volunteer experience in preschool/childcare (preferred).
• Ability to communicate, both oral and written.
• Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to understand and be understood by others.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups including low-income families.
• Sensitive to others' needs.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Sincere commitment to providing services to children and the community.
• Ability to assess and respond quickly to varied situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction and care of children under supervision of Center Supervisor and teachers.
• Follow lesson plans and assist instructors' groups of children.
• Assist in assessing and documenting children's development.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Diversity awareness

Confidentiality

Community service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

MAOF Child Care/Pre-School Program (Acosta Center)

$19.88 - $20.56

Full Time

1 Position

Job Summary

To assist in the instruction and care of the children and to provide for adequate adult supervision of children. Under the direction of the Center Supervisor, and the Teacher(s) to whom assigned, assists in instruction and instructors’ groups of children, following lesson plans, and assists in assessing and documenting children's development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.


• One (1) year of classroom paid experience or volunteer experience working in a pre-school/childcare setting, preferred.


• Ability to communicate, both oral and written


• Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to understand and be understood by others.


• Ability to relate to diverse groups of people including low-income families.


• Sensitive to others needs.


• Maintain confidentiality.


• Sincere commitment to providing services to children and the community.


• Ability to assess and respond quickly to varied situations.

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 - Monterey County

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 byOFCCP here .