NORTH COAST CHILDRENS SERVICES·Arcata, California
The associate teacher assists in co-teaching, supervising children, and implementing classroom activities. They also support family services and ensure the general maintenance and safety of the program facilities.
Under the supervision of the teacher, the associate teacher is responsible for co-teaching in the classroom including: the supervision of all children, developing and implementing classroom activities, cooperatively working with and supporting other classroom staff and volunteers, helping with evaluation of the program and children, and assisting with the general maintenance of program facilities to insure the health and safety of the children of the program. Additional duties include supporting the teacher in family services work.
This is a non-exempt position.
child growth & Development, Child Family and community, program/curriculum and 1-2 years working with young children in a group situation required.
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Candidates must have 12 units of Early Childhood Education, including core courses in child development and curriculum. Additionally, 1-2 years of experience working with young children in a group setting is required.
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