Teacher I/II (Downey Center)

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Job summary

The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation is seeking a staff person to promote children's social, physical, and cognitive growth through planned activities. The successful candidate will create engaging group and individual activities that reflect each child's strengths while collaborating with parents.

This role requires a degree in Child Development or related field, along with a valid Teacher Permit and experience with children aged 0-5. Benefits include paid medical, dental, vision insurance, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Valid Teacher Permit from the CCTC preferred.
• Two (2) years paid experience working with children 0-5.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Plan individual and group activities to support children's growth.
• Incorporate parents' goals into daily activities.
• Provide ongoing assessments and observations.

Skills

Ability to communicate

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Sensitivity to others' needs

Education

AA/BA degree in Child Development

Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certified

Job description

A staff person who provides planned opportunities for children inactivities designed to promote social, physical and cognitive growth and development. Responsible to plan individual and group activities that are designed to promote each child’s individual strengths with ongoing assessments and observations. Incorporates parent’s goals for their child into the daily activities.

Qualifications

• AA/BA degree in Child Development, or 24 units in ECE and/or Child Development or related field. If you don’t possess a BA degree, you will be placed on a Professional Staff Development Plan and continuously complete courses towards a degree.
• Must possess a valid Teacher Permit from the CCTC, preferred.
• Six (6) infant/toddler units are highly preferred. If do not currently have, will be required to complete it within 1 year of employment.
• Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certified.
• Two(2) years paid experience working with children 0-5. Experience working with Infant/toddlers is highly desirable.
• 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.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

Special Qualifications

• Must complete AB 1207 California Childcare Providers: Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire, renewed every two (2) years.
• Must submit to a pre-employment physical examination, drug screening and Tuberculosis (TB) clearance.
• Must provide vaccination records for Pertussis (Tdap), Measles (MMR) and Influenza(optional).
• Will be fingerprinted and must clear through DOJ and FBI.
• Must possess own vehicle, valid California Driver’s License and at minimum, general liability automobile insurance.
• Hold a valid First Aid and CPR certificate.

Benefits

• Personal Time Off(PTO) - Vacation/personal days or sick time.
• Paid Sick Time – 48 hours
• Bereavement Leave – 5 paid 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

Phone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone] Website: www.maof.org Email: [e-mail]

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