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Calvary Christian Academy
Preschool Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$44,687 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
1 part-time position available, Monday-Friday, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Assist the Lead Teacher in teaching bible-based curriculum (ABeka) within the guidelines of the Director and school policy and philosophy. Assist the Lead Teacher in the direction and training of any new aide or volunteer assigned within their classroom. Assist in the maintenance of student portfolios within assigned classroom (i.e., calendar due dates). Assist in maintaining the classroom environment including arrangement, appearance, safety and décor of the classroom. Not only helps provide a fun environment but also one that will glorify God and train a child in His way. Maintains proper care of all equipment and supplies. Attends all staff meetings and recommended training programs, professional conferences and workshops. Responsible for preparing and distributing snacks within the classroom. Regularly communicates with the Lead Teacher any concern and/or observation (daily) as they relate to the student and or their parents. Communicates with Director regularly and ensures church and school policies are observed. Responsible for transition procedures from/to classroom and to/from outside recess, chapel, and practices, this includes but is not limited to headcounts, recess supervision and safety procedures. Continual monitoring of children and verification of the number of students throughout the day. Aftercare program set up room for differentiated play and learning styles along with age appropriate centers. Responsible for closing procedures - A checklist will be provided for preschool closing expectations. Assist in disinfecting classroom (including desks, chairs, door handles, keyboards, toys etc.) throughout the day, as required. Typically requires a High School diploma. Minimum of at least 12 units of CD/ECE units is required. Working towards completing 12 units in the core classes in Early Childhood education (i.e., CD 170 Principles of Child Development; CD 180 Observation and Guidance for Child Development; CD 181 Curriculum Planning for Child Development I; and CD 284 Child, Family and Community) and one (1) year of related experience at the preschool level. To meet toddler component additional courses are needed. Demonstrates basic teaching skills and people and/or process skills. Demonstrates basic knowledge of the prescribed curriculum. Demonstrates good communication skills. Ability to read, understand and present the prescribed curriculum and school requirements and policies. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from parents, regulatory agencies or staff members. Valid CPR AED and First Aid certification required. TB certification required. May recommend changes to policies which affect Preschool. May make basic decisions within the classroom. Presents, organizes and conveys problems or issues within the department and external parties (i.e., parents, outside agencies) in support role. Regularly communicates capabilities to the Teacher and Director. Models appropriate behavior in support of CCSD and CCA values.