Assistant Teacher- Preschool/Infants/Toddler

DEFINITION:

Under supervision of the Program Director and/or Site Supervisor State Preschool Program, will provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged and individuality respected.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

To interact, initiate and encourage the children in activities during the day; help the children control behavior using a positive and appropriate approach and using a consistent technique; to help children become independent; to help children learn good social skills; to maintain good communication with parents; to assist the teacher in planning activities for the group; develop a cooperative and supportive attitude within the classroom; to assist the teacher in record keeping by assisting on observations regarding the children’s health, behavior and development; to help build a supportive team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years old.


• Bilingual highly desired.

Ability to:

• Relate joyfully and sensitively to preschool children.


• Be sensitive to children’s individual needs.


• To use appropriate and positive discipline.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Must submit documentation at time of hire;


• Valid California Child Development Assistant or Associate Teacher’s Permit; or


• Minimum of 6 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development Education coursework.

Basic Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License;


• TB and Livescan clearance prior to employment;


• Physical/Mental Health Screening by a licensed physician.


• CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) preferred;


• First Aid certification or multi-media Red Cross preferred;


• Bilingual highly desired.

Application/Selection Procedures

Interested applicants should complete an online application through the Edjoin website. www.edjoin.org. (See Edjoin application procedures on reverse.) Applicants wishing to apply for multiple positions need to complete an online application for each position. Faxed applications will not be accepted. Employees wishing to transfer from the same job classification need to fill out a Transfer Form and submit it to the personnel department by the posted deadline.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Nuview Union School District vigorously encourages and solicits applications from all qualified individuals regardless of sex, race, age, ethnic background, or handicap. All applications must be received in the Human Resources office prior to the closing deadline. The application will be reviewed to determine eligibility of applicant for testing, where applicable, and/or interviews, and the applicant will be notified. Following the closing date, applications will be reviewed and screened. The name of the recommended candidate(s) will be submitted to the Superintendent; the Superintendent will make the recommendation to the Governing Board. Following approval by the Governing Board, the individual selected should be able to start work.

The Nuview Union School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender equity, disability, or age in any of its policies, procedures, or practices, nor does it permit, condone, or allow sexual harassment of students or staff members. Any student or employee who is found guilty of sexual harassment shall be subject to disciplinary action. Inquiries regarding Federal laws and regulations should be directed to the District Title IX Coordinator: Nuview Union School District, 29780 Lakeview Avenue, Nuevo, CA 92567-9261, (951) 928-0066.

Contact us:

Nuview Union School District

Human Resources

29780 Lakeview Avenue

Nuevo, CA 92567

(951) 928-0066

“Our Mandate is Excellence”

An Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer

Nuview Union School District