Teacher's Assistant (Part-time and Substitute)

Copy of college transcripts showing Child Development units or class schedule printout is required and must be attached or a State of California Child Development Assistant Permit.

Applications submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please scan and attach the required documents to your online application.

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you creative and motivated to serve children and families? If meaningful work and a positive culture is important to you, be a part of our child development team.

The City of La Habra is conducting a recruitment for part-time and / or substitute positions of Teacher Assistant for the Child Development Division, School-Age and Pre-School Programs. The Assistant position, depending on assignment, may be working with school age or preschool age children for up to 8 hours / day, any day of the week, not to exceed 28.5 hours per week. These positions are authorized under State rules and funds, are grant-funded for specific programs, and may be of limited-term (subject to continuation of grant).

ABOUT THE CITY

City of La Habra is located at Orange County\'s northernmost corner, La Habra today is 7.3 square miles, with a population of nearly 62,000. It is conveniently located within an hour\'s drive of many beaches, mountains, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Tamale Festival, Corn Festival, Citrus Fair, the Children's Museum, and Depot Theatre. For more information, visit the City of La Habra website at www.lahabraca.gov.

ABOUT THE DIVISION

We believe each child should receive individual attention, encouragement, support, and guidance. A variety of experiences are provided to develop the child\'s fullest potential, including preparing each child for the next step in their education journey. We have a strong commitment to the community, and involvement has been at the core of developing many social service programs offered through this agency. Full Day and Part Day spaces are available for families who meet eligibility requirements. This full-year program provides care and educational services 12 months a year. We strive to serve all children and continually seek ways to accommodate the unique needs of children with disabilities.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under the general direction of the Teacher, the Teacher Assistant supports the planning, organizing, and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children enrolled in the Child Development program. They assist children in activities that promote social / emotional, physical health and safety, and cognitive growth. Under the Teacher\'s guidance, the Teacher Assistant assists with lessons for school-age or preschool-age children; also plans programs and activities in the classroom and outdoors, performing related duties as needed.

(Duties may include, but are not limited to the following) :

• Assists with the planning, preparation, organizing, and implementing the program for preschool-age or school-age children by approved curriculum, applicable policies, and philosophy of the Child Development program.
• Teach, supervise, and monitor student progress.
• Supervises children in all activities, including indoors and outdoors, snack and meal times, field trips, emergencies, preschool toileting, and preparedness drills.
• Direct students\' group activities as assigned; provide emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance, and encourage their involvement in activities.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining a clean, safe, attractive, and positive learning environment, including inspecting facilities to ensure children\'s safety indoors and outdoors.
• Model and develop language and communication skills with students.
• Completes daily observations of students, documenting the students\' learning.
• Administer routine first aid to students as needed.
• Participate in professional development and training as assigned; attend staff and other meetings as required.
• Participates in all Child Development community family events outside of typical work hours, parades, performances, etc
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

Skills and Abilities

Education / Experience Requirements

Option 1

Applicants must hold a Child Development Assistant Permit or higher.

OR

APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT POSSESS A PERMIT MAY APPLY BY MEETING ONE OF the FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS :

Option 2

Accredited HERO program (including ROP) Completed certificate.

Option 3

Enrolled in 6 college units of Child Development, to obtain the Assistant permit.

Preference : Bilingual in English and Spanish highly desirable.

License Requirement

Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certification is required (30 days after employment). Must pass California Community Care Licensing fingerprint clearance to work with children.

Conditions of Employment

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this class, an employee performs moderately heavy work; regularly required to sit, stand, talk and hear both in person and by telephone; and use hands to operate, finger, handle or feel a variety of equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, climb, stoop or bend, kneel, push, and pull frequently. Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 pounds) as needed / in the event of an emergency. Sitting on the floor and getting up and down to assist children in the classroom. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).

MENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to work on multiple concurrent tasks with constant interruptions, read and interpret documents and information; use oral communication skills; interact with City staff, elected officials, residents, the general public and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied and / or abusive individuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed at indoor and outdoor program sites in seasonal weather conditions. Work may require exposure to noise, dust and dirt. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all La Habra city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

INTERESTED IN APPLYING?

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a City application online through the Human Resources Department webpage at www.governmentjobs.com / careers / lahabraca. Completed applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS. Applications will be screened and those applicants deemed best qualified will be invited for an oral interview. The final candidate must successfully complete a drug screening, employment history verification, DMV check and will also be fingerprinted.

If any accommodation is needed during the interview, please notify the Human Resources Department at least five days in advance of your scheduled appointment so that we may be able to provide a reasonable accommodation.

This bulletin is not a contract, neither expressed nor implied. Any provision herein may be modified or revoked.

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