Job Description
Preschool Substitute Teaching Associate
This is a Chinese language position
We are looking to fill multiple substitute openings which are part-time (on-call, as needed) positions for the academic year. We are looking for Mandarin speaking substitutes at the Preschool level who are interested in stepping in as a Teaching Associate or Teacher on an as-needed basis.
Main areas of focus and responsibility:
• Follow the teacher’s lesson plans.
• Take over the responsibilities of the teaching associate so the teaching associate can serve as the lead teacher.
• Assist the lead teacher by prepping activities, supporting children, preparing snack, and helping with lessons.
• Supervise children in the classroom, on the playground, and during lunch and nap.
• Use positive discipline strategies in guiding student behavior.
• Demonstrate teaching competence, a positive attitude, a willingness to accept feedback, and a professionaldemeanor.
• Create a positive classroom community where all children feel respected and valued.
• Communicate effectively with teachers and students.
• Deliver developmentally appropriate instruction and behavior guidance with young children.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree (in education or related field) or 2+ years of teaching experience
• Minimum of 6 ECE units
• Experience working in preschools or early childhood environments
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working in and with diverse communities
• Ability to work with colleagues from different backgrounds
• Commitment to school mission, policies and initiatives
• Technical/Computer skills as required for job performance
• Initial and continued tuberculosis clearance & DOJ, FBI, Child Abuse Index background clearance
Valued but not required qualifications:
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Experience teaching in diverse communities