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    Preschool Associate Teacher - Los Angeles, United States - Pathways LA

    Pathways LA
    Pathways LA Los Angeles, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job DescriptionPathways LA gives back to the community. We pride ourselves in strengthening low-income and vulnerable working families, promoting high quality early care and education services for children of all abilities, developing knowledgeable early care childcare providers, and promoting economically resilient communities. With over 40 years in service, Pathways LA has become the leading agency for a multi-year, county-wide initiative to increase the service of childcare needs. Our passionate and dedicated team has great pride in serving families and early childhood educators throughout Metro LA. Our team includes directors, case specialists, child development coordinators, coaches and teachers & staff for our child development centers.

    If you are a talented professional with a passion for children and families, please consider applying for the following positions currently open:

    Title: Associate Preschool Teacher
    Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week
    Compensation: $20/hour + Comprehensive Benefits (see below for benefits details)
    LOCATION: Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

    PRIMARY DUTIES: Assist in planning, implementing and facilitating a developmentally appropriate, full-inclusion program for young children.

    Other Duties Assigned:
    • Assist to ensure the best practice in anti-bias curriculum, respect the home culture in all communication, functions, and curriculum presentations.
    • Assist in the daily operation of the classroom including setting up activities, transitions and clean up.
    • Maintain classroom order based on Pathways discipline philosophy by providing positive discipline approaches, including social problem-solving techniques. Offer an engaging and varied play environment.
    • Maintain an orderly, safe, and attractive learning environment for children, both in and outdoors.
    • Sit with children and engage or coach them in activities.
    • Maintain an effective working relationship with other staff. Responsible for shared - decision making about site operations and total program plan.
    • Assume leadership role in absence of teacher.
    • In conjunction with the site supervisor follow established procedures for reporting child abuse and emergencies.
    • Base interactions with children during both play and daily routines on the child's established goals as described by the family and assessments while maintaining sensitivity to the child's immediate interests.
    • Attend scheduled staff and parent meetings as assigned.
    • Cooperate with co-workers so that naptime and mealtime are relaxed and meet the curriculum.
    • Attend appropriate workshops and local conferences for professional development.
    • Assist teachers with compliance of codes, funding terms and conditions, regulations of all state and local governing agencies: Department of Developmental Services, State Childcare Licensing, California Department of Education, Regional Centers, fire and health departments, and Child and Adult Care Food Program.
    • Support Teachers with classroom maintenance, bulletin boards, rotating toys, labeling classroom, sanitizing toys, setting indoor and outdoor areas, diapering etc.

    REQUIREMENTS:12 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, including core courses or a Child Development Association (CDA) Credential earned in CA.
    Must have or be eligible to obtain an Associate Teacher Permit according to the CA Permit Matrix.
    One year of experience working with young children in a childcare setting.
    Knowledge of child development theory and experience with developmentally appropriate practices.
    Experience working with children having disabilities and/or special needs.
    Must be able to regularly talk or hear. Will occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

    Additional Requirements:
    Fingerprint clearance/Department of Justice ID#, current health report including negative TB test, proof of required immunizations per Community Care Licensing for MMR, DTAP, Influenza (or waiver). These items are required before classroom assignment.
    • COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES:
    • Medical - 100% Employee Coverage
    • Dental - 100% Employee Coverage
    • Vision - 100% Employee Coverage
    • 403b Retirement Contributions:
      • 3% of salary contribution by Pathways for all employees (whether you contribute or not)
      • 50% match by Pathways on employee contributions up to 3% of salary
    • Life Insurance - paid by Pathways for all employees.
    • Accident Insurance - paid by Pathways for all employees.
    • Long Term Disability Insurance - paid by Pathways for all employees.
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (pre-tax accounts) available to all employees
      • Medical Account
      • Dependent Care Account
      • Commuter Expenses
    • PAID TIME OFF
      • 10 days of vacation per year for the first 2 years of employment (increases)
      • Sick Leave
      • 10 Holidays per year
      • 18 Hours Early Release
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
      • Counseling Services
      • Child and Elder Care Referrals
      • Financial and Legal Advice
      • Balancing Work and Life Issues
      • more
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values at Pathways LA. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all staff.
    Equal Opportunity Employer

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