Job Description
Open Minds Early School is seeking an Assistant Teacher (Spanish speaker) to support our team at our Spanish immersion and Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool for children between the ages of 1 and 5. The Assistant Teacher will work closely with the lead teacher to create a stimulating and developmentally appropriate learning environment for the children in the classroom, in alignment with the Reggio Emilia approach and Spanish immersion methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the lead teacher in the planning and implementation of curriculum in alignment with the Reggio Emilia approach and Spanish immersion methodologies
- Support the lead teacher in the daily activities that foster the children's physical, emotional, cognitive and social development
- Provide support and guidance to the children during play and learning activities
- Help to create a classroom environment that is safe, nurturing, and inclusive for all children
- Communicate regularly with families to provide updates on their child's progress and to gather information to support learning
- Collaborate with the lead teacher, program director, learning specialists and other teachers to support the learning and development of each child in the program
- Attend and participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as required
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working in an early childhood education setting
- Strong understanding of child development and best practices in early childhood education
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and team-oriented environment
- Bilingual Spanish-English
The Assistant Teacher will be an important member of the teaching team at Open Minds Early School and will play a vital role in shaping the educational experience of our children. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a high-quality, Reggio Emilia inspired, and Spanish immersion program, and to grow as an early childhood educator.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Grade levels:
- Kindergarten
- Pre-Kindergarten
Schedule:
- No weekends
School type:
- Language immersion school
- Private school
- Special education school
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oakland, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- If you don't have a certificate, are you open to training and obtaining through us?
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
- Assistant Teacher certification? (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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