Kidango·San Jose, California
The Teacher Aide assists in the supervision, development, and education of children within a dual language immersion environment. They are responsible for implementing curriculum, maintaining a safe classroom, and facilitating communication with parents.
A little about us… Kidango (kidango.org [https://www.kidango.org]) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life.
We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources.
As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships.
Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels.
Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.
The Teacher Aide assists the Center Director, Lead Teacher, Associate Teacher, or Assistant Teacher and assumes responsibility for children's general supervision, development, and education at our Toyon Center which provides a unique Dual Language Immersion EHS program with an emphasis on Environmental Education programming. EHS is a federally funded school readiness and family support program for low-income and special needs children that promotes parents/guardians as the primary educator of the child.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this Dual Language Immersion center you will be a language model as assigned by program design. Language models will be using either Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin during their working hours at the center.
Assists in planning, preparing, and implementing the daily program to execute current program goals in both indoor and outdoor environment curriculum.
Assists in the completion of the Desired Results process.
Assists in maintaining the environment in a clean, safe manner.
Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
Ensures personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e, feeding, assistance with toiling, including diapering, specialized equipment and so forth).
Assumes responsibilities for regular parent communication as directed by a supervisor.
Assumes general responsibility for the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the agency.
Assists Associate Teachers, Lead Teachers, or Center Director.
Supports Volunteers as requested.
Attends required classroom, center, and organization meetings.
Participates in activities that further own professional growth.
Greets children, parents, staff, and guests as needed.
Assists other centers when requested.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Compensation $29.41—$29.41 USD
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A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!
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If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@kidango.org. We’re happy to support you through the process.
Candidates must hold at least an Associate Teacher Permit and possess 6 ECE units. Proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Vietnamese is required or preferred, along with mandatory health screenings and background checks.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in California often see steady demand, especially in early childhood settings where classrooms need support with child development and daily care routines. These positions can be competitive because employers look for candidates with specific ECE coursework, practical knowledge of child development theories, and the physical ability to handle active classroom environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then have your 12+ ECE units and relevant experience ready when you apply.