Teacher Aide - Early Learning Program at Santa Clara Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome to Santa Clara Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in Santa Clara Unified School District. Our employees work together to support graduates who are resilient, future-ready, lifelong learners who think critically, solve problems collaboratively, and are prepared to thrive in a global society. SCUSD’s Adult Portrait embodies eight elements that support our students: • World-Leading Professional • Student-Centered Lifelong Learner • Creative and Critical Thinker • Adaptive Forward Thinker • The Caring Adult • Inclusivity Champion • Equity Advocate • Empowering Collaborator If you have the skills to support this vision, we invite you to apply to join our team. Santa Clara Unified School District serves over 15,000 TK-12 students, in addition to students in Preschool through Adult School. Neighborhoods in the Cities of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, San Jose, and Cupertino comprise the District's 56 square-mile area. Santa Clara Unified prides itself on having teachers, classified employees, and administrators who are dedicated, experienced professionals who care about each student's well-being and academic preparation. NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: Santa Clara Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), mental or physical disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. The Title IX Coordinator is Stacy Joslin, 1889 Lawrence Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Job Summary
Job Summary
For more information, please email: fce_recruit@scusd.net
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: -3 or more college semester credits or equivalent quarter units in Early Childhood or Child Development education at an accredited or approved college or university. Valid CA Assistant Teacher Child Development permit desired (Required for funded programs). -6 months - 1 year of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old in an infant, toddler or preschool early learning or group child care program -CPR and First Aid Certified -Must be in good health, able to lift 30 lbs. chest high, and pass a physical exam -Must be able to walk, squat, bend and stand; ability to move freely to supervise and engage in indoor and outdoor activities with children.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: -Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum directly connected to the needs and interests of the children. -Knowledge or understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practices, PITC, Preschool Learning Foundations, Desired Results Developmental Profile, Teaching Pyramid and Inclusive practices preferred. -Keep children safe and healthy through proper supervision, authentic interaction and practicing good health habits. -Assist in creating exciting and enriched environments connected to curriculum and quality learning experiences. -Communicate regularly with parents to support, guide, and share in their child’s development. -Work collaboratively with other staff by practicing workplace values, flexibility, and being a team player. -Provide excellent customer service for families, school, community and each other.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: -3 or more college semester credits or equivalent quarter units in Early Childhood or Child Development education at an accredited or approved college or university. Valid CA Assistant Teacher Child Development permit desired (Required for funded programs). -6 months - 1 year of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old in an infant, toddler or preschool early learning or group child care program -CPR and First Aid Certified -Must be in good health, able to lift 30 lbs. chest high, and pass a physical exam -Must be able to walk, squat, bend and stand; ability to move freely to supervise and engage in indoor and outdoor activities with children.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: -Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum directly connected to the needs and interests of the children. -Knowledge or understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practices, PITC, Preschool Learning Foundations, Desired Results Developmental Profile, Teaching Pyramid and Inclusive practices preferred. -Keep children safe and healthy through proper supervision, authentic interaction and practicing good health habits. -Assist in creating exciting and enriched environments connected to curriculum and quality learning experiences. -Communicate regularly with parents to support, guide, and share in their child’s development. -Work collaboratively with other staff by practicing workplace values, flexibility, and being a team player. -Provide excellent customer service for families, school, community and each other.
Comments and Other Information
The Santa Clara Unified School District celebrates diversity and is committed in all of its activities, policies, programs, and procedures to provide equal opportunity for all, and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants, employees and students with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
The Santa Clara Unified School District celebrates diversity and is committed in all of its activities, policies, programs, and procedures to provide equal opportunity for all, and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants, employees and students with disabilities.
Application Deadline
9/29/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/17/2023
Contact
Maribel Caser Lopez
408-423-2298
408-423-2298
Number of Openings
6
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$18.38 - $22.47 per hour. Salary based on education, child development permit and experience. Candidates with valid CA Teacher Permit receive an additional 5%. Position is eligible for benefits.
Length of Work Year
35 - 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Must be available between 7:15am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday. Programs are open year-round. Hours vary depending on location.
Employment Type
Full Time
Location:
Santa Clara Unified School District Early Learning Programs, multiple locations on Elementary School campuses.