Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

Position Title:

Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

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FLSA Status: Non-exempt, hourly

Position Overview:

Pasadena Waldorf School (PWS) is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher Assistant to join our wonderful program. In this role, you will play a vital part in fostering an inclusive, nurturing, safe, and behavioral appropriate environment for preschool age children. You will support the lead class teacher in outdoor/indoor play, story and circle time, snacks/meals, and nap time. Join us and see how PWS offers a dynamic and vigorous academic curriculum that engages the whole human being and prepares our students to contribute as responsible participants in our evolving world.

Reports to: EC Class Teacher and EC Site Supervisor

Condition of Employment: At-will

Work within your assigned class each school day in the work schedule agreed to within the Early Childhood department or assigned by the Pedagogical Administrator or College of Teachers.

Work in a developmentally appropriate way with the social/emotional health of individual students and the class group.

Lead both indoor and outdoor class activities in a variety of settings that incorporate free play, artistic and practical work, nature exploration, care for our surroundings, physical, pre-academic and social development.

Follow lead teacher and department hygienic and supportive practice for naps and rest in the class, class transitions and other activities.

Assist with daily tasks such as food preparation, dish washing, laundry, and cleaning.

Supervise nap when assigned.

Open availability for up to 3 weeks of PWS camp programming across the school year during school breaks.

(Assistants may work more than 3 weeks if they are available and may be asked to work in a Lead role during camp if they are qualified.)

Drop-off and pick-up duties when assigned.

Coverage for outdoor play and meal duties when assigned.

Participate in school festivals and events with the class during your regular work hours.

Collaborate with other teachers to integrate students into the social life and culture of the whole school.

Chaperone/lead class walks and activities.

Occasional lead teacher substitution for class or other classes during your regular work hours as assigned.

Participate in training and mentoring as scheduled within the Early Childhood department.

Participate in mandatory school emergency safety drills when on campus.

All other FT teacher assistant responsibilities as described in the hire letter and the PWS Employee Handbook , and those implemented by school administration within the tenure of your hire agreement.

Additional Responsibilities:

Attendance at any mandatory professional development work arranged by the school or the Pedagogical Administrator.

Fulfillment of mandatory professional development and required paperwork as described in the PWS Employee Handbook  and assigned by school administration.

Support for Admissions and Enrollment procedures, providing feedback to the lead teacher, hosting and connecting with visiting students.

Qualifications:

Successful completion and certificates for the Early Childhood credit courses required to work in a licensed childcare center (16 units).

High School diploma or GED required, bachelor’s degree preferred.

Previous experience working in a school with an Early Childhood program.

Strong interpersonal skills, competence serving a diverse community of students, parents, other caregivers, and coworkers.

Experience working with families of varied demographics.

Flexibility and comfort multitasking.

Ability to stay calm under pressure.

Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation:

Pay range: $17.27-$19.57 per hour.

This position is eligible for the generous PWS benefits package that includes:

Medical, and dental, basic term life insurance/accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability insurance, and complimentary mental health services through the employee assistance program (EAP).

Employees may elect to pay into vision, identity theft, pet insurance, and a 403 (b) retirement plan.

Paid sick leave, jury-duty, inclement weather, bereavement leave, and personal time off.

95% tuition remission for your dependent(s) to attend PWS pre-school through high school.

Conditions of Employment:

Final hire and start date are contingent upon satisfactory reference checks.

Live Scan fingerprint clearance for Early Childhood and non-Early Childhood.

Negative Tuberculosis (TB) skin test or chest x-ray.

Immunization record that shows proof of flu, pertussis (whooping cough), and measles vaccines.

CPR/First Aid certification.

Physical

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential…