Child Care Assistant at Centralia Elementary School District
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision of the Administrator or Designee and Lead Teacher/Site Supervisor; supervise groups of preschool and school age children in an average adult/child ratio of 1 to 14; and participates in other related duties as assigned.
POSITION IN THE ORGANIZATION
Reports to: School Readiness/Child Development Coordinator
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
•Assist Child Care Leader and Co-Leader in daily activities with groups of children
•Assist in organizing and preparing the learning environment, and preparing needed materials and supplies
•Assist in planning, implementing and supervising activities and programs for students in accordance with District policies and procedures (i.e. homework policy)
•Assist the children in making a satisfactory transition from home to daycare
•Provide reinforcement for positive attitudes and social skills
•Monitor established standards of student behavior
•Establish and maintain good working relationships with others
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and some applicable experience working with children
Must pass proficiency test as legislated by the State of California
Must possess and maintain a California Drivers License and submit to a Department of Motor Vehicle check as required
Work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable child care program or other experience working with children.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
•Ability to work independently, with resourcefulness and initiative
•Ability to learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties
•Must be physically fit to lead and participate in a variety of vigorous activities
•Ability to see and hear conditions relating to the safety of self and others
•Ability to speak in an indoor and outdoor setting well enough to project voice throughout classroom, playground and multipurpose room
•Lift/carry/push or pull equipment supplies and other materials that are at least 50 pounds.
•Stand, walk, sit, bend, push, pull and reach on a frequent basis.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please submit required documents as PDF attachments online. 1) One letter of recommendation 2) Proof of HS Diploma or GED (can be substituted for higher degree) 3) If you have at least 48 units or credit hours of college coursework, please include unofficial transcripts or copy of degree. 4) If you have a First Aid/CPR card please attach a copy. If you do not have a copy please note if you are selected for the position you will need to have a current First Aid/CPR card before you start. In order to be considered, you must include all of the required documents. Centralia School District will not accept attachments via fax, walk in, or emails. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions, please contact the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance. ONLY COMPLETE PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED If you do not have at least 48 college units coursework you will be required to pass a Highly Qualified assessment test provided by the District. A study guide may be picked up with the receptionist at our District Office.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please submit required documents as PDF attachments online. 1) One letter of recommendation 2) Proof of HS Diploma or GED (can be substituted for higher degree) 3) If you have at least 48 units or credit hours of college coursework, please include unofficial transcripts or copy of degree. 4) If you have a First Aid/CPR card please attach a copy. If you do not have a copy please note if you are selected for the position you will need to have a current First Aid/CPR card before you start. In order to be considered, you must include all of the required documents. Centralia School District will not accept attachments via fax, walk in, or emails. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions, please contact the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance. ONLY COMPLETE PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED If you do not have at least 48 college units coursework you will be required to pass a Highly Qualified assessment test provided by the District. A study guide may be picked up with the receptionist at our District Office.
Comments and Other Information
The district office hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and closed from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Monday - Friday.
The address is 7300 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
If selected for the position you will need to complete the department of justice criminal background check prior to employment. Cost for this background check is $57.00 to be paid for by the applicant.
Nondiscrimination Statement
The Centralia Elementary School District (CESD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and educational services. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, educational program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination shall apply to both educational services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CESD’s efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws and regulations in CESD employment and delivery of educational services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to Centralia School District, Human Resources office.
Comments and Other Information
The district office hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and closed from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Monday - Friday.
The address is 7300 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
If selected for the position you will need to complete the department of justice criminal background check prior to employment. Cost for this background check is $57.00 to be paid for by the applicant.
Nondiscrimination Statement
The Centralia Elementary School District (CESD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and educational services. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, educational program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination shall apply to both educational services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CESD’s efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws and regulations in CESD employment and delivery of educational services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to Centralia School District, Human Resources office.