Teacher Assistant (Part-Time and Substitute)

City of La Habra; La Habra (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

City of La Habra is hiring part-time Teacher Assistant for the Child Development Division. The role supports planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschool and school-age children, under the direction of a Teacher.

Duties include supervising activities, maintaining a safe environment, and documenting student progress. Positions may be limited-term and grant-funded, up to 8 hours per day and 28.5 hours per week, with possible nontraditional work hours to support

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children ages 2.9 to 12 years.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate curricula.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing curriculum for preschool/school-age children.
• Supervise activities indoors and outdoors.
• Document daily observations of students.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Observe behavior

Education

Child Development Assistant Permit

HERO program certificate

Enrolled in Child Development courses

Tools

Computer

Tablet

Two-way radios

Job description

Copy of college transcripts showing Child Development units or or class schedule printout is required and must be attached or a State of California Child Development Assistant Permit.

Applications submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your online application.

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you creative and motivated to serve children and families? If meaningful work and a positive culture is important to you, be a part of our child development team.

The City of La Habra is conducting a recruitment for part-time and/or substitute positions of Teacher Assistant for the Child Development Division, School-Age and Pre-School Programs. The Assistant position, depending on assignment, may be working with school age or preschool age children for up to 8 hours/day, any day of the week, not to exceed 28.5 hours per week. These positions are authorized under State rules and funds, are grant-funded for specific programs, and may be of limited-term (subject to continuation of grant).

ABOUT THE CITY:

City of La Habra is located at Orange County's northernmost corner, La Habra today is 7.3 square miles, with a population of nearly 62,000. A quiet bedroom community, it is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountains, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Tamale Festival, Corn Festival, Citrus Fair, the Children’s Museum, and Depot Theatre. For more information, visit the City of La Habra website at www.lahabraca.gov.

ABOUT THE DIVISION:

We believe each child should receive individual attention, encouragement, support, and guidance. A variety of experiences are provided to develop the child's fullest potential. This included preparing each child for the next step in their education journey. We have a strong commitment to the community, and involvement has been at the core of developing many social service programs offered through this agency. Full Day and Part Day spaces are available for families who meet eligibility requirements. This full-year program provides care and educational services 12 months a year. We strive to serve all children and constantly seek ways to accommodate the unique needs of children with disabilities.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Under the general direction of the Teacher, the Teacher Assistant supports the planning, organizing, and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children enrolled in the Child Development program. They assist children in activities that promote social/emotional, physical health and safety, and cognitive growth. Under the Teacher's guidance, the Teacher Assistant assists with lessons for school-age or preschool-age children; also plans programs and activities in the classroom and outdoors, performing related duties as needed.

(Duties may include, but are not limited to the following):

• Assists with the planning, preparation, organizing, and implementing the program for preschool-age or school-age children by approved curriculum, applicable policies, and philosophy of the Child Development program.
• Teach, supervise, and monitor student progress.
• Supervises children in all activities, including indoors and outdoors, snack and meal times, field trips, emergencies, preschool toileting, and preparedness drills.
• Direct students' group activities as assigned; provide emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance, and encourage their involvement in activities.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining a clean, safe, attractive, and positive learning environment, including inspecting facilities to ensure children's safety indoors and outdoors.
• Model and develop language and communication skills with students.
• Completes daily observations of students, documenting the students' learning.
• Administer routine first aid to students as needed.
• Participate in professional development and training as assigned; attend staff and other meetings as required.
• Participates in all Child Development community family events outside of typical work hours, parades, performances, etc
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Child-development behavior characteristics of children ages 2.9 years – 12 years, related learning, emotional stages, and physical development.
• Curriculum and lesson plan activities for teaching at a school-age level or preschool level.
• Basic methods of instruction and safe practices in classroom activities.
• Requirements of maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly classroom.
• Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
• Basic record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
• Operation of personal computers and applicable software.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Patience while working with children’s behavioral needs and the ability to adapt to various teaching/learning styles.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing; with children, their parents, and other staff in teaching, informing, and interacting.
• Observe and recognize behaviors or conditions in children that may indicate special attention or referral.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Assist in developing, organizing, and implementing approved curriculum for children in the Child Development program.
• Observe and evaluate student learning.
• Basic cleaning skills to maintain a clean, safe, attractive environment.
• Work independently with little direction and confidentially with discretion.
• Operate office equipment, including a computer, tablet, and two-way radios.

Education/Experience Requirements

Option 1: Applicants must hold a Child Development Assistant Permit or higher.

Option 2: Accredited HERO program (including ROP) Completed certificate.

Option 3: Enrolled in 6 college units of Child Development, to obtain the Assistant permit. Preference: Bilingual in English and Spanish highly desirable.

License Requirement

Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certification is required (30 days after employment). Must pass California Community Care Licensing fingerprint clearance to work with children.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful Completion of a criminal history background check.
• Obtain and maintain all certifications and educational requirements as established by state and federal guidelines. Including:
  1. CPR/First Aid certificate for infants and children.
  2. TB test; proof of current Influenza, Pertussis and MMR vaccination.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this class, an employee performs moderately heavy work; regularly required to sit, stand, talk and hear both in person and by telephone; and use hands to operate, finger, handle or feel a variety of equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, climb, stoop or bend, kneel, push, and pull frequently. Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 pounds) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Sitting on the floor and getting up and down to assist children in the classroom. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).

MENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to work on multiple concurrent tasks with constant interruptions, read and interpret documents and information; use oral communication skills; interact with City staff, elected officials, residents, the general public and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied and/or abusive individuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed at indoor and outdoor program sites in seasonal weather conditions. Work may require exposure to noise, dust and dirt. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all La Habra city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

This bulletin is not a contract, neither expressed nor implied.

Any provision herein may be modified or revoked.