Teacher Aide

Teacher Aide (Toyon) Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential. About The Role The Teacher Aide assists the Center Director, Lead Teacher, Associate Teacher, or Assistant Teacher and assumes responsibility for children's general supervision, development, and education at our Toyon Center which provides a unique Dual Language Immersion EHS program with an emphasis on Environmental Education programming. EHS is a federally funded school readiness and family support program for low-income and special needs children that promotes parents/guardians as the primary educator of the child. Position Overview: Employment Type: Full-time/Non-Exempt Salary: $29.41/hourly Location: San Jose, CA Job Category: Early Education Reports to: Center Director Supervises: N/A What You'll Be Doing In this Dual Language Immersion center you will be a language model as assigned by program design. Language models will be using either Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin during their working hours at the center. Assists in planning, preparing, and implementing the daily program to execute current program goals in both indoor and outdoor environment curriculum. Assists in the completion of the Desired Results process. Assists in maintaining the environment in a clean, safe manner. Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, and preparing needed materials and supplies. Ensures personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e, feeding, assistance with toiling, including diapering, specialized equipment and so forth). Assumes responsibilities for regular parent communication as directed by a supervisor. Assumes general responsibility for the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the agency. Assists Associate Teachers, Lead Teachers, or Center Director. Supports Volunteers as requested. Attends required classroom, center, and organization meetings. Participates in activities that further own professional growth. Greets children, parents, staff, and guests as needed. Assists other centers when requested. Performs all other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Minimum Associate Teacher Permit or higher credential Bi-Literate in Spanish (required) and/or Mandarin, Vietnamese (Preferred) Prior experience in working with young children is preferred. Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza) Required to be a mandated abuse reporter 6 ECE units required (with 3 or more units in infant/toddler desired) Additional Requirements Must pass a health screening and TB test Must pass background fingerprint clearance Valid Driver License Must be 18 years or older The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions Perks An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango's culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission