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VDA Inc.

Preschool Co-Teacher / Long-Term Substitute

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $16.90/hr

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: McFarland, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 18 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$42,713 / year median in California

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Description:

The Co-Teacher is responsible for collaborating with other Co-Teacher(s) and Lead Teacher in order to ensure the safety, quality, and standards of their assigned classroom. The CT shall adhere to all applicable laws and regulations pertinent to the program.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with and assist the Lead Teacher with the following: Facilitates culture of safety, belonging, and growth in the classroom Monitor, play, and constantly engage with students in the classroom Engage in active relationship-building with families and students Implements PBL Curriculum and accommodates, modifies, and or extends as needed Diaper students as needed Maintains individualized action plans assigned by Director of Special Education Assume responsibility of Point Person if asked by

Site Supervisor and Program Director:

Support Lead Teacher during a preparation period Collaborate with Lead Teacher closely on operations in the classroom Attend all in-service trainings and meetings Promote active parent involvement Complete 21 professional growth hours per year Perform other duties as assigned by the

Site Supervisor or Program Director/Coordinator Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of Teacher Permit, and/or Associate Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teaching Credentialing Minimum of High School Diploma or GED Currently pursuing A.A. Degree or higher in Child Development-related field Agency-approved physical examination records

Proof of Immunizations:

Influenza, pertussis, and measles or a medical waiver as per Health & Safety Code 1596.7995 effective September 1, 2016

Background Check and Fingerprinting Records Proof of Driver's License Physical Requirements:

Standing for extended periods of time, kneeling, bending, pushing and pulling Lift up to 40 Pounds Speaking and hearing to exchange information Reports to (Chain-of-Command) : 1) Lead Teacher → 2) Site Supervisor Assistant → 3) Site Supervisor → 4)

Program Director Supervises:

N/A Pay:

From $16.90 per hour

Benefits:

Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person