Teachers Aide

Gloria Dei Early Learning Center; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Gloria Dei Early Learning Center in East San Jose is seeking a Preschool Aide Sub to support classroom staff and help create a warm, safe environment for young children ages 2.9 to 5 years. The role requires a High School Diploma, ability to pass a background check, and the capacity to lead groups of children.

Candidates who speak English or are bilingual are encouraged to apply. You will assist with prep, cleaning, snack time, and bathroom routines, and you will take direction from the Director

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 6 ECE units or working towards ECE a plus but not required.
• At least one year of professional experience in the childcare/teaching field is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to pass background check and lead groups of children.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, and appealing which permits the child to grow and explore (including disinfecting toys, cleaning up after meals and snacks, and ongoing bathroom checks and pull up changes, organizing, etc.).
• Uses appropriate and positive discipline.
• Works cooperatively with others by exchanging ideas, attending staff meetings and attending other school events throughout the school year.
• Prepares materials needed in the classroom, including snacks, cleans, disinfects outside play area as well as inside the classroom, clean tables, sweep/mop floors, assist children in the bathroom, including potty training and changes.
• Take direction from Director or Lead Teacher.

Skills

Lead groups of children

Background check clearance

English or bilingual

Education

High School Diploma

6 ECE units or working towards ECE

Job description

Gloria Dei Early Learning Center

Preschool Aide Sub. Job highlights

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to pass background check
• Be able to lead groups of children
• Preschool: Ages ranging from 2.9 yrs old - 5 yrs old
• Responsibilities
• Prepares a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, and appealing which permits the child to grow and explore (including disinfecting toys, cleaning up after meals and snacks, and on-going bathroom checks and pull up changes, organizing, etc.
• Uses appropriate and positive discipline
• Works cooperatively with others by exchanging ideas, attending staff meetings and attending other school events throughout the school year.
• Prepares materials needed in the classroom, including snacks, cleans, disinfects outside play area as well as inside the classroom, clean tables, sweep/mop floors, assist children in the bathroom, including potty training and changes.
• Take direction from Director or Lead Teacher

Gloria Dei Early Learning Center is dedicated to increasing our students' inspiration, creativity, ability to express, and desire to discover new possibilities. Our program and supportive environment encourage children to participate in activities and experiences planned to benefit them cognitively, emotionally, physically, and socially. Our preschool is located in East San Jose.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School Diploma required
• 6 ECE units or working towards ECE a plus but not required.

• At least one year of professional experience in the childcare/teaching fi eld is preferred, but not required
• Ability to pass background check
• Be able to lead groups of children

• Must have a positive outlook, reliable, creative and passionate about working with children

We are looking for aids that are enthusiastic, speak English or bilingual, reliable, creative and high energy.