Associate Teacher

Job Description : POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Teacher works directly with children as a member of the teaching team under the supervision of the Master Teacher. The Associate Teacher participates in designing and implementing curriculum; demonstrates a commitment to, and understanding of, anti-bias education; and provides support to team members and practicum students. Must possess the ability to run, walk, stand for extended periods of time, bend, climb, see up close and at a distance, sit on the floor (with children), lift up to 40 pounds, and reach children quickly in the event of an emergency.

This position is located in Pasadena. It reports directly to the Executive Director of the Children’s School.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Cooperatively plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum in conjunction with the Master Teacher and Teacher;
• Assist in the development and execution of a daily routine to include small and large group experiences and individual time with children;
• Be responsive to the developmental needs of each child as well as to those of the group; individualizing curriculum to meet the unique needs of each child;
• Establish limits; facilitate problem solving, conflict resolution, and model respect;
• Establish trusting relationships with children with a focus on anti-bias attitudes and actions;
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality;
• Model appropriate ethical behavior for children, families, and colleagues while exemplifying care, respect, and honesty;

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Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $17.00-18.28 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https : / / www.pacificoaks.edu / about / careers-pacific-oaks /

Pacific Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pacific Oaks participates in E-Verify and verifies identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Pacific Oaks offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.