Assistant Teacher- Growing Place at Growing Place
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Assistant Teacher has the responsibility of teaching and learning with the children, as well as assisting the Co-Lead Teachers and Support Teachers in their work. The Assistant teacher is expected to collaborate within their teaching team along with other fellow colleagues. This position requires a candidate to be attentive, flexible, reflective, warm in disposition; the candidate knows how to work with children in a developmentally appropriate manner and fulfill Growing Place’s mission, philosophy, and pedagogy. Teaching and Learning (90%) Work with children throughout the day Build trusting, respectful, and professional relationships with children and families Keep children safe and healthy Collaborate with children, teaching team, and the Educational Coordinating Team to design and research curriculum Use the school’s social constructivist and Reggio Approaches, and problem-solving techniques when working with children Assist in the preparation of the indoor and outdoor learning environments (ex: setting up provocations, preparing materials and supplies, cleaning up, properly storing materials in collaboration with the children, preserving the children's work under the direction of the teaching staff) Establish strong daily routines and rhythms for children Prepare, serve, and clean up snacks and role model appropriate table manners and facilitate social conversations Help children to learn to self regulate during rest time and in resolving social conflicts with peers Support with pet care if needed Procure food and other supplies for the classroom as requested Assist children in toileting, hand washing, and with minor injuries Complete accident/incident/illness reports when appropriate Report any head injury, major fall, and/or incident to a co-lead teacher in a timely manner Report parent concerns to appropriate co-lead teachers, administrators, and/or families in a timely manner Participate in school events when requested (ex:
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements Skills 1 year of experience working with children ages 3 months-6 years old in a licensed childcare program, a NAEYC accredited childcare center preferred Associates Degree or higher At least 15 Early Childhood Units Must meet the requirements of the California Department of Social Services (licensing), including an updated TB status, CPR certification, fingerprint clearance. Demonstrated understanding of child development Competencies Values parents as important partners in the work of the school Pays attention to the many ways that children make meaning of the world Collaborates with children and adults in positive ways Has a keen interest and curiosity about the nature of learning and teaching Finds joy in working with children and adults Approaches teaching as a life-long learner Embraces reflection as a tool for growth and learning Demonstrates commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity Seeks out resources to continually improve one’s practice Values learning from mistakes Demonstrates flexible thinking Establishes professional boundaries with children, parents, and colleagues Demonstrates professionalism in dress, attitude, communication, and punctuality Shows and values integrity for oneself and others Provides value add to the organization beyond the job position Working Conditions Standing and sitting in indoor and outdoor environments designed for children ages 2.5 to 5 Ability to move rapidly from a sitting to standing position, and to be able to get down and up off the ground as needed Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50lbs Working in all weather conditions Requires developmentally normal hearing abilities and visual acuity Requires strong communication skills with children, families, faculty, and staff
Application Process Please send resume, cover letter, and three professional references and salary requirement to employment@growingplace.org Interview Process: Candidates selected will first have a phone interview. If moving on to 1st round, we will require a background check and finalists to participate in up to two interviews which may include a classroom observation. Contact Info No phone calls. Please send all required information to employment@growingplace.org
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements Skills 1 year of experience working with children ages 3 months-6 years old in a licensed childcare program, a NAEYC accredited childcare center preferred Associates Degree or higher At least 15 Early Childhood Units Must meet the requirements of the California Department of Social Services (licensing), including an updated TB status, CPR certification, fingerprint clearance. Demonstrated understanding of child development Competencies Values parents as important partners in the work of the school Pays attention to the many ways that children make meaning of the world Collaborates with children and adults in positive ways Has a keen interest and curiosity about the nature of learning and teaching Finds joy in working with children and adults Approaches teaching as a life-long learner Embraces reflection as a tool for growth and learning Demonstrates commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity Seeks out resources to continually improve one’s practice Values learning from mistakes Demonstrates flexible thinking Establishes professional boundaries with children, parents, and colleagues Demonstrates professionalism in dress, attitude, communication, and punctuality Shows and values integrity for oneself and others Provides value add to the organization beyond the job position Working Conditions Standing and sitting in indoor and outdoor environments designed for children ages 2.5 to 5 Ability to move rapidly from a sitting to standing position, and to be able to get down and up off the ground as needed Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50lbs Working in all weather conditions Requires developmentally normal hearing abilities and visual acuity Requires strong communication skills with children, families, faculty, and staff
Application Process Please send resume, cover letter, and three professional references and salary requirement to employment@growingplace.org Interview Process: Candidates selected will first have a phone interview. If moving on to 1st round, we will require a background check and finalists to participate in up to two interviews which may include a classroom observation. Contact Info No phone calls. Please send all required information to employment@growingplace.org
Comments and Other Information
Program Description
The Growing Place is a non-profit organization that serves children ages 3 months through 5 years old. We use a social constructivist approach to working with teachers, children, and families; in partnership with Reggio Emilia children in order to use best practices from their school systems in our context. We fundamentally view children as competent, resilient, and curious individuals; teachers as researchers, facilitators, and collaborators of learning for children and adults; parents as authentic partners.
Organizational Overview
There are three Growing Place campuses - Ocean Park, Marine Park, and Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School (operated by The Growing Place). At Ocean Park, we serve children ages 2.5 to 5 years old; at Marine Park, we serve children 3 months to 5 years old; and the Lab School will include infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Benefits:
4 Weeks Paid Vacation/School Closure
9 Paid National/State Holidays
New full-time employees who start at the beginning of a school year receive 72 Hours of Paid Sick Leave (PSL) at the start of that school year which can be used after their 90-day probationary period is complete. New full-time employees who start during a school year accrue PSL at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 worked. At the end of each school year, any unused PSL will be rolled over to the next school year as Paid Time Off (PTO) to be capped at 108 hours.
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits Covered at 85%
Life Insurance with a fully paid premium and a $25,000 benefit.
403(b) retirement plan with a 50% match up to 3%
Comments and Other Information
Program Description
The Growing Place is a non-profit organization that serves children ages 3 months through 5 years old. We use a social constructivist approach to working with teachers, children, and families; in partnership with Reggio Emilia children in order to use best practices from their school systems in our context. We fundamentally view children as competent, resilient, and curious individuals; teachers as researchers, facilitators, and collaborators of learning for children and adults; parents as authentic partners.
Organizational Overview
There are three Growing Place campuses - Ocean Park, Marine Park, and Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School (operated by The Growing Place). At Ocean Park, we serve children ages 2.5 to 5 years old; at Marine Park, we serve children 3 months to 5 years old; and the Lab School will include infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Benefits:
4 Weeks Paid Vacation/School Closure
9 Paid National/State Holidays
New full-time employees who start at the beginning of a school year receive 72 Hours of Paid Sick Leave (PSL) at the start of that school year which can be used after their 90-day probationary period is complete. New full-time employees who start during a school year accrue PSL at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 worked. At the end of each school year, any unused PSL will be rolled over to the next school year as Paid Time Off (PTO) to be capped at 108 hours.
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits Covered at 85%
Life Insurance with a fully paid premium and a $25,000 benefit.
403(b) retirement plan with a 50% match up to 3%
Application Deadline
7/31/2021 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/1/2021
Contact
Chelsea McCants
310-434-4000 *3830
310-434-4000 *3830
Number of Openings
4
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$35,000-$40,000
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time