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Classroom Assistant - Child Development Program (Preschool)
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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
Job Description
Classroom Assistant
- Child Development Program (Preschool) at San Luis Obispo County Office of Education Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 7/16/2026 Contact Laura Takken Number of Openings 3 Salary Pay Range $19.67
- $39.
Qualifications Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 6 semester units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or willingness to enroll within 130 days of employment.
- Three months experience working or volunteering with preschool-age children in an organized setting.
- First Aid and CPR certification (provided by SLOCOE if needed) must be obtained within 130 days of employment.
Desired:
- 6 semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
Copy of Transcript (if applicable) Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements /Qualifications Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 6 semester units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or willingness to enroll within 130 days of employment.
- Three months experience working or volunteering with preschool-age children in an organized setting.
- First Aid and CPR certification (provided by SLOCOE if needed) must be obtained within 130 days of employment.
Desired:
- 6 semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.