Job description

$250 sign-on bonus for all Teacher's Assistants!!

Under the direct supervision of the ECE Associate or Fully Qualified Teacher and ECE Administrator, Teacher’s Aides (TAs) are responsible for providing support to create a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy early learning environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Early Education program. TAs are assigned to work under the direct supervision of a Teacher in a classroom with children birth through 12 years. TAs are required to provide support to the classroom teacher, completing tasks as assigned so that children receive high quality care, supervision and educational experiences.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Actively participate in training to learn about child development, age appropriate activities, health and safety.

2. Provide ideas for engaging activities that create a safe, engaging, and positive early learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.

3. Support the teacher by completing classroom tasks including but not limited to: prepping activities for the children, cleaning up after activities, diaper changing/bathroom help, nap time supervision, reading and singing with children, leading large group activities in the classroom and on the play yard.

4. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the

5. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families.

6. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry as trainings/coursework are completed.

7. Attend and actively contribute to: in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.

8. Maintain regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotals, behavior logs. Contribute information towards the completion of DRDPs with the support of the classroom teacher.

9. Maintain confidentiality including but not limited to sharing with parents/guardians any personal information regarding children other than their own.

10. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program. When in doubt, ask for support from the teacher or administrative team.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Graduate.

2. Current Immunizations.

3. Active Fingerprint Clearance.

4. Completion of some ECE units or enrollment in college coursework is required.

5. In order to apply to promote to a Fully Qualified Teacher position, when available, a Teacher’s Aide must obtain: 12 Child Development/ECE semester units including the Core Courses (Child Development, AND Child, Family, Community AND Curriculum) and Infant/Toddlers AND 6 months experience.

6. In order to apply to promote to an Associate Teacher position, a Teacher’s Aide must have a current permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing at the Associate Teacher level or higher AND apply for an Associate Teacher position when available.

7. Must have Covid-19 vaccination and/or boosters at time of hiring.

Benefits Information

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Maryvale offers a highly competitive benefits package. Associates are eligible for the following benefits:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Premiums for Associates are covered 100% by the agency. Maryvale offers HMO medical, DHMO dental and a vision plan for full-time Associates. Maryvale pays for 50% of dependent coverage if Associates wish to add dependents to the insurance plans. PPO medical and dental plans are available upon request for additional cost.

Holiday Pay - Maryvale recognizes 10 full-day paid holidays, and 1 Holiday of Choice each calendar year (Regular part-time employees receive pro-rated time).

Regular accrual of Employee sick and vacation days, with increasing allotments following length of service.

401(k) Pension Plan - Associates are eligible to enroll in the 401(k) Retirement Plan on the first day of the month after their hire date.

• Match of Employee Contributions: After completing one year of service, Maryvale will match 100% of an Associate’s salary deferral up to a maximum of the first 3% (1%-3%). In addition, Maryvale will match 66% of an Associate’s salary deferral up to a maximum of the next 3% (3%-6%).

• Non-Elective Contribution: After an Associate completes one full year of service, Maryvale on the Associate’s behalf, will begin making a fixed non-elective contribution equal to 3% of the Associate’s income. This contribution is separate from the matching contribution and vests over a 5 year period.

Opportunity for advancement, training and job growth.

And free lunches provided to all our Employees, a rideshare program, local credit union benefits, opportunities for Aflac coverage and more!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
At Maryvale, we follow all county guidelines & protocol surrounding COVID-19 and are proud to create a clean and safe environment for all. Applicants must be fully vaccinated/boosted against COVID-19 or must apply for a religious or medical exemption. cli

Work Location: In person

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