Job location: Pasadena, CA
Employment Type: Part-time
Posted data: 2018-08-01
Req: R0002383
Job Description:
ASSOCIATE TEACHER
CHILDREN'S SCHOOL
PASADENA, CA
Work directly with children as a member of the teaching team under the supervision of the Master Teacher. Participate in designing and implementing curriculum. Demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of anti-bias education. Provide support to team members and practicum students. Ability to run, walk, stand for extended periods of time, bend, climb, see up close and at a distance, sit on the floor with children, lift up to 40 pounds, and reach children quickly in the event of an emergency.
This position is PART-TIME (25-30 hours per week) located in Pasadena and reports directly to the Executive Director.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
FOR CHILDREN:
- Work contracted number of hours per week as scheduled. Demonstrate punctuality and adhere to appropriate attendance standards
- Cooperatively plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum in conjunction with the Master Teacher and Teacher
- Assist in the development and execution of a daily routine to include small and large group experiences and individual time with children
- Be responsive to the developmental needs of each child as well as to those of the group; individualizing curriculum to meet the unique needs of each child
- Observe, record, and assess children’s interactions and experiences
- Establish limits; facilitate problem solving, conflict resolution, and model respect
- Establish trusting relationships with children with a focus on anti-bias attitudes an