Teacher Assistant II North Hollywood
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Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life StoriesVolunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Startprograms, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans' services, homeless shelters, low-income housing programs, as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at .PAY RATE: $19.07 - $20.07 PER HOURHEAD START/EARLY HEAD STARTThrough our Head Start and Early Head Start programs, we work with children (ages 0 - 5) and their families to provide the skills, confidence, and stable home life necessary for a smooth transition into kindergarten and beyond. Children also receive a broad array of health services including screenings and referrals, maintenance of immunization schedules, nutrition assessments and follow-ups, and mental health assessments as part of initial screenings.JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSEThe Co-Teacher will provide children with an environment that includes varied activities to help children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development, with the overall goal being to achieve social competence for the child.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvide children with an environment that includes varied activities to help children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development.Implement the program curriculum for children enrolled in morning and afternoon classes (double sessions). Plan individual and group activities to stimulate learning and promote parent involvement in the child's learning.Integrate various HS services into the learning, such as parent involvement, social services, nutrition, health, and mental health services.Conduct daily classroom planning, maintain children's records in conjunction with the Family Advocate, and submit accurate monthly paperwork on a timely basis.Observe, screen, and assess child development levels and develop goals that relate to the children's individualization.Provide a planned program of activities that supports and enhances the role of parents as the prime educators of their children.Provide a learning environment that reflects the varied cultural and ethnic backgrounds of the children in the program.Ensure a physical environment consistent with state and local licensing requirements and the health and safety needs of the children.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSREQUIREMENTS:Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment, and education verifications.Proof at the time of hire:TB clearance within 6 months prior.Annual Influenza vaccination (between Aug 1 - Dec 1).Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization.Health screening at the time of employment.Requires ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to:Able to lift up to 50 lbs.Frequently kneel and squat.Ability to move quickly.EDUCATION:High School Diploma/GED.24 CD units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development.EXPERIENCE:Experience working with children.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:AA in ECE/CD with 24 units in CD or AA in related field with 24 CD units, including 6 units of infant/toddler for EHS.Associate Teacher Child Development Permit or higher.1 year of teaching experience.Bilingual English and Spanish (written and verbal).Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.#J-18808-Ljbffr