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Children of Light

Preschool Teacher Assistant / Floater

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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

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Preschool Teacher Assistant / Floater Children of Light Garden Grove, CA Job Details Part-time From $18 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Driver's License Working with students Student support
Full Job Description About Us:
At Children of Light, we believe that the early years of a child's education are foundational for their lifelong learning journey. Our mission is to provide a warm, nurturing environment where young children can explore, learn, and grow with confidence. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Preschool Teacher's Assistant to join our team and help inspire the next generation of learners. We are looking for a loving and caring preschool TA who can join our wonderful team. As a Preschool Teacher's Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the Lead Teacher and children during activities and more. Position (Part-Time) Toddlers (between ages 18 -24 months) Teacher's Assistant Preschool (between ages 2-5 years old) Teacher's Assistant Floater Duties and Responsibilities Supporting the teacher: Helping with lesson plans, classroom preparation, and daily activities Supporting children: Helping children understand, monitoring their behavior, and helping with their basic needs Maintaining a safe environment: Keeping the classroom clean and orderly, and ensuring the health and safety of the children
Communication:
Providing feedback to teachers, sharing information with other teachers and director Recording information: Maintaining individual records for each child, and recording student progress Supporting students with special needs: Alerting the teacher to any special needs that students may have Support Lead Teacher in setting up and organizing activities, provide breaks to Lead Teachers Change wet and dirty diapers or assist in taking children to bathroom in groups Create a nurturing, safe, and clean/organized classroom that encourages exploration and learning Following all licensing guidelines Change wet and dirty diapers Positively interact, support, and work as a team with preschool teachers and director Participation in staff and training meetings Assist with pick up/rides for After-School Program students
Minimum Qualification:
Minimum of 6 units of Early Child Education & Infant and toddler units Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young children Driver License or Identification Card Available to receive physician-signed health screening report Live Scan Clearance Complete Child CPR Mandated Reporter AB 1207 Certificate Skills Able to lift boxes or equipment up to 50 pounds. Able to move full range of motion.
Pay Negotiable Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
License/Certification:
Early Child Education 6 units (Required)
Work Location:
In person