Teacher Assistant

Position: Teacher Assistant

Location: Oxnard Early Learning Center (Ventura County)

Program: Child Care/Pre-School Program

Salary: $18.50-19.15 Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-exempt (40 hours per week)

Supervised by: Site Supervisor, Program Director, Program Manager and/or Teacher(s)

General Purpose

Under the direction of the Center Supervisor, and the Teacher(s) to whom assigned, assists in instruction and instructors’ groups of children, following lesson plans, and assists in assessing and documenting children's development. To assist in the instruction and care of the children and to provide for adequate adult supervision of children.

Responsibilities:

• Assist teacher in group instruction and activities by teaching, preparation of materials, demonstrating, supervising play and activities, assisting to serve meals, nap time routine, and other activities as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for regular activities (indoors/outdoors) assigned and carries them out with minimum supervision.
• Provides children with a learning environment which will help them develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner to their age and development stage.
• Takes all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of the children and insures that children are supervised at all times.
• Assists in documenting attendance and in maintaining and insures that children are supervised at all times.
• Assists children during snack and mealtime.
• Assists Teacher in maintaining an orderly environment inside and outside. Cleans and straightens up, maintaining well arranged, orderly, and clean environments inside and outside.
• Assists in the implantation of safety rules and supervises children in order to ensure their safety.
• Assists in the cleaning up and setting up the classroom and maintaining a well-arranged orderly environment indoors and outdoors.
• Supervises children’s activities indoors and outdoors to ensure their safety.
• Assists Teacher with the preparation of weekly lesson plans and educational materials/equipment.
• Teaches arts, crafts songs, and games to children.
• Assists in individual group activities.
• Provides evaluations and observations to teacher on the progress and development status of each child.
• Supervises classroom when Teacher is on-site but away from the classroom.
• Attends staff meetings, conferences, workshops, in-service training, and parents meetings as assigned.
• Maintains clean and neat appearance in keeping with professional position and as an example to the children. Wears apron (provided by MAOF) daily. Wears appropriate clothes, shoes and apron/uniform provided.
• Carries out any other activities which may be necessary for the proper implementation of the MAOF Child Care & Development Program.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid Associate Teacher permit from the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• 3 Infant and Toddler units.
• Minimum of 1 year classroom experience working with preschool children.
• Must possess Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid Certificate (every year thereafter).
• Skill in oral and written communication. Must be able to write clear and concise reports. Must be able to read, write and communicate.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish required.

Special Requirements:

• Must meet State health requirements including passing a physical examination and a Tuberculosis (TB) as a condition of employment.
• Must be fingerprinted and cleared through the Justice Department. Fingerprints clearance must be active and on file with the Justice Department.
• Must provide vaccination records for influenza, pertussis, and measles at the time of employment, annual requirement thereafter.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance.
• Must have positive attitude with a desire to work with and promote the welfare of children and their families.
• Sensitive to the needs of the program and the children.
• Sensitivity and the ability to work well with diverse ethnic, religious and cultural groups.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Regular attendance, Monday thru Friday, according to schedule provided by the site supervisor.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

MAOF Sponsored Benefits:

MAOF offers a comprehensive package of benefits and perks for both part- and full-time employees, including:

• Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Vacation/personal days or sick time).
• aid Sick Time – 24 hours (48 hours, effective 01/01/2024).
• Paid Holidays per Calendar Year - 12 paid holidays.
• 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.
• Professional development opportunities.
• 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 $250 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