Preschool Teacher Assistant

Overview

Growing futures through play, compassion and creativity. Help New Mexico (HELPNM) was formed in 1965 to support education in the community. Today HELPNM operates as a fully-owned subsidiary of CPLC. The Office of Learning and Academic Opportunity (OLAO) provides services to children and families from birth to eight years of age, focusing on education, health and social/behavioral development, with a coordinated approach to strengthening the family unit.

• You will assist the classroom preschool teacher in planning and implementing activities with children aged 3-5, consistent with the curriculum guide, resources, and training provided.
• You will follow basic principles of early childhood development defined by the program and establish and maintain effective, working relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• In the absence of the teacher, you will assume the routine of the teacher. You will be supervised in the classroom by the teacher and, on a secondary level, by the Center Manager or Lead Teacher.
• You will ensure all activities and interactions conform with all federal, state and local regulations, standards, policies, procedures and best practices.

• High School or GED
• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; or Child Development Associate (CDA) or New Mexico Child Development Certificate or willingness to work toward requirements within a program-specific timeframe identified by the program.
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working with young children in an early childhood setting or in a public-school setting at a grade level no higher than elementary school.
• First Aid/CPR Certified or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment.
• Health Determination/TB Skin Test and Fingerprint Background Check prior to employment.
• Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) preferred.

Driver’s License/Proof of Insurance (Preferred):
Maintain a current New Mexico driver’s license, an insurable driving record, and provide proof of current liability insurance meeting or exceeding state minimum coverages for this position.

Benefits:
We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and we provide a comprehensive benefits package. Full-time employee benefits include:

• Generous paid holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life and Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection and Voluntary Benefits

Apply today and help shape tomorrow. Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC is committed to fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies, and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Learn more by visiting the EEOC poster and related resources. California residents:
Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act.