Teacher's Aide at CityTeam Ministries

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Childcare, Classroom Supervision, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organization, Safety Awareness, Teamwork, Behavior Modeling, Health Guidelines, Early Childhood Education, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Dependability, Patience, Learning, Instruction Following

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description CityTeam is a Christian non-profit dedicated to supporting communities by meeting immediate needs and enabling lasting solutions for those struggling with poverty, homelessness, and addiction. Being part of CityTeam is not just a career but a calling. Whether we’re working on the frontlines in Programs or working behind the scenes in Support Services, we feel privileged to use our education, experience, and gifts to love people and bring glory to God. The Teacher Aide supports the daily operations of the program by assisting teaching staff with classroom supervision, routines and general care of the children. Under the direction of the Childcare Director and the Associate Teacher, the Teacher Aide helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment. This role focuses on providing hands-on support during classroom activities, supervising children, assisting with daily care routines, and helping maintain a clean, organized and sanitary classroom environment. The Teacher Aide plays a key role in supporting children’s safety, and well-being while modeling positive, Christ-centered behavior. The ideal candidate is dependable, patient, and caring, with a willingness to learn and follow direction. The Teacher Aide is a full-time non-exempt position wrapped up in a Christian environment that values Teamwork, Accountability, Humility, Innovation, and Joy. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsibilities: Assist the Associate Teacher in maintaining a safe, and nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment. Support classroom activities and learning experiences including preparation of materials and assistance during class activities. Always supervise children under the direction of the teaching staff. Assist with daily routines including arrival, departure, meals, rest time, toileting and classroom transitions. Model positive behavior, appropriate language and Christ-centered values in all interactions with children. Help maintain a clean, organized and sanitary classroom with health and safety guidelines. Follow instructions from the Associate Teacher and Childcare Director to support classroom operations. Observe and report concerns regarding children’s behavior, health, or safety to teaching staff. Follow all CityTeam policies, procedures, and applicable state childcare licensing regulations. Participate in required trainings and meetings as assigned. Assist with classroom set up and clean up. Other duties and special projects as assigned. PLEASE NOTE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requirements Physical Demands ? Stand or sit for prolonged amounts of time ? Walk, bend, twist, crawl & kneel ? Talk, hear, & smell ? Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds ? Finger and hand dexterity to feel, handle, and operate objects, tools or controls, and to reach with hands and arms ? Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception Required Education and Experience ? High School Diploma with 6 semester units in Early Childhood Education. ? At least two years of experience working, or volunteering, in a childcare program. ? Good interpersonal skills, with proven ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds. ? Good written communication skills, experience writing reports and or policies and computer literate with proficient with Microsoft Office Suite ? CPR and First Aid certification ? Valid CA Driver’s License with a clean record Preferred Education and Experience ? 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education ? Working towards an Associate Degree ? California Commission Teacher Credential Assistant Teacher Permit ? Bilingual language skills (English/Spanish/Vietnamese/Cambodian) Work Conditions ? This job is operated primarily in a licensed childcare classroom and residential program setting. ? The role involved frequent interaction with children and required active supervision, movement and engagement throughout the day. ? Use of standard childcare and classroom equipment may occur as needed. ? Work hours may vary based on classroom and program scheduling needs. Additional Eligibility Qualifications for CityTeam Ministries ? Must have an intimate, personal relationship with Jesus Christ ? Must be active in a local Christian body of believers or at least pursuing community with other Christ-followers ? Must have compatible theology on major issues of CityTeam's Statement of Faith ? Must be committed to serving God and the body of Christ Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all possible duties, activities, or responsibilities. These requirements may change at any time.

Responsibilities

The Teacher Aide supports daily operations by assisting teaching staff with classroom supervision and general care of children. This role includes providing hands-on support during classroom activities and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.