What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Preschool Teacher position at The Orinda Preschool?
The Assistant Teacher is passionate about teaching and supporting the development of young children, ages 2-4 years, in both indoor and outdoor learning environments. The Assistant Teacher will collaborate with Lead Teachers and Outdoor Classroom Teachers to develop new and exciting curriculum to guide children’s social-emotional, cognitive, creative and physical development through play, exploration and active learning in TOPS’s classrooms.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Promoting and supervising the interaction and play of students in a nurturing and safe environment.
- Assisting in the set up and clean-up of play areas with developmentally appropriate activities as determined by the daily curriculum.
- Communicating with and assisting parents, the Director, and Teachers.
- Fulfilling the administrative requirements of the position in a timely manner.
- Substituting for lead teacher when necessary.
Benefits:
Throughout the regular school year, TOPS provides:
- 2 additional weekly hours for staff meeting and team planning,
- 3 staff development days,
- 2 professional development days,
- Continuing education funds,
- 10 days of PTO,
- 25 designated paid vacation days (1 day for Labor Day, 1 day for Veteran's Day, 5 days for Thanksgiving Break, 10 days for Winter Break, 1 day for MLK, 2 days for Presidents Day Weekend, and 5 days for Spring Break),
- a 4.5% supplemental compensation benefit,
- access to a 403(b) retirement savings plan,
- and other paid hours for additional school events.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Orinda, CA 94563: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- ECE Associate Teacher Certificate or equivalent ECE units (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $21