Pre-K Lead /School Age Assistant

Description

What We Offer:

• Fun & Dynamic Work Environment
• Growth and Promotional Opportunities
• 100% Medical Benefits Provided
• Dental, Vision and Matching 401k Plans Offered
• Discounted to No Cost Childcare (based on qualifications)
• Annual Stipends and Quarterly Company-Wide Events
• Behavioral and Mental Health Support Provided
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays

At Children’s Paradise, we believe that EVERY CHILD DESERVES TO BEGIN LIFE WITH BIG DREAMS! If every child was provided a quality early education, they would be more prepared for learning in kindergarten and do better throughout their education. Join a dedicated group of professionals that are making a difference in the communities we live and work in, all while having fun, enjoying great people and having great pay and benefits!

Job Summary:

This person will work as an Instructional Assistant in a QPI, HS, and CSPP classroom in the mornings, and then help the Clubhouse – School age program in the afternoon. This person will assist the Lead Teacher in the educational care and development of a specific classroom by supporting Health & Safety standards as defined in Licensing Regulations, First Aid, CPR to insure the maintenance of a spotlessly clean and healthy classroom environment. Support curriculum by teaching the children personal care routines that promote their personal health and awareness. Implement a classroom environment of earth friendly practices that encourage health awareness, environmental friendliness and personal actions that lead to the development of a strong, healthy and aware child based upon the age-appropriate standards defined in ITERS, ECERS, SAERS, & CLASS Evaluation tools. Collaborate with children, staff & families to assure High Quality early childhood education –Assist the Lead Teacher as requested Maintaining an internal review score of 6.0 for ITERS, ECERS or SAERS score Ensure your center maintains our current Race to the Top rating of Tier 5.

Summary of essential job functions:

Responsible for supporting & assisting in the implementation of a rich curriculum which incorporates the California Foundations & Frameworks, The Creative Curriculum, and PITC Curriculum. The Instructional Assistant will be responsible for using the CLASS tool to guide intentional teaching and meaningful engagement. The I.A. will support & assist in creating and maintaining the specific interest centers including Science, Math, Literacy & Language, Dramatic Play, Block Play, Sensory Play, Reading Corner & Soft Places for relaxing using ECERS guidelines. 

Responsible to perform daily Classroom cleanliness routines that meet with all Health & Safety Guidelines as defined within ITERS, ECERS, SAERS & the External Health & Safety review report.

Responsible to support the Site Director & Teaching team as we all work together to ensure compliance with all Licensing regulations, agency policies and procedures and the Education Code as applicable. Reference CA Code of Regulations, Title 22 Sections 101215 and 101215.1and Title 5.

Responsible to assist in the accurate maintenance of classroom records including, but not limited to, written attendance, CACFP Meal Counts, Ouch Reports, Lesson Plans, curriculum, child observations (ASQ & DRDP), DRDP Tech, Learning Genie, Pinwheel, and parent training & communication. 

Responsible to assist the accurate and timely preparation of individual Infant/Toddler records for each child that document the exceptional care for each child and reports back fun information to parents at the end of each day. Responsible to complete & post the daily “What I Did Today” form with the approval of the Lead Teacher.

Drive the bus to local elementary school to pick children from school. 

Help with homework and tutoring.

Assist in planning and implementation of our summer, spring break and winder camps.

Requirements

 Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in ECE/ Child Development +24 ECE credits, including core units. AND Child development Teacher Permit. OR
• Master's Degree in ECE/ Child Development +24 ECE credits, including core units. AND Child development Teacher Permit.  
• Experience with tutoring, planning school age activities, summer camps, and special events.
• Clean driving record and comfortable driving a 9-seater bus.
• Passionate in working with all ages 5-9.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at various locations, as needed.
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds to support children.
• Ability to bend and squat to interact with children.