ŷַ

Contact Us: (323) 890-9600

info@maof.org
ENES
ŷַ Employee working with volunteers

Careers

Back to all careers

Teacher Assistant

Ƿ
Ventura County
Program Icon
ŷַ Child Care/Pre-School Program
$19.15
Full Time
1 Position
Open until filled

Title: Teacher Assistant
Program: ŷַ Child Care/Pre-School Program (Ventura County)
Salary Range: $19.15
Openings: 1 Position
Status: Full-Time
Closing Date: Open until filled

Job Summary

To assist in the instruction and care of the children and to provide for adequate adult supervision of children. Under the supervision of the Teacher, the Teacher Assistant Assist in developing the social learning and physical skills of the children. Is required to assist the Teacher with the implementation of safety rules and supervise the children’s activities in order to ensure their safety.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Six (6) units in child development or early childhood education.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of classroom experience working in a pre-school/childcare setting.  
  • Ability to communicate, both oral and written
  • Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to understand and be understood by others.
  • Ability to relate to diverse groups of people including low-income families.
  • Sensitive to others needs.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Sincere commitment to providing services to children and the community.
  • Ability to assess and respond quickly to varied situations.  

Special Qualifications

  • Must meet State health requirements:  Must submit to a pre-employment physical examination and Tuberculosis (TB) clearance at the time of employment.
  • Must be fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of justice (DOJ).
  • Must submit to a flu vaccine once a year.
  • Must provide vaccination records for influenza, pertussis and measles, at the time of employment.
  • Must possess own vehicle at all times, a valid California Driver’s License and appropriate automobile insurance.
  • Mandatory First Aid and CPR Pediatric training certificate, which employee is responsible to maintain, as a condition of employment for the duration of their employment in this position.
  • Educational transcripts are required.
  • Bilingual (Spanish / English) preferred.

Starting Salary: $14.15 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Teacher Assistant

Application Procedure

To apply directly online, follow the link below.
You can also download the application, fill it out and email it to jobs@maof.org
Contact information below if you would like more information regarding this position.
Phone Number: (323) 890-9600
Fax Number: (323) 890-9632
Email: jobs@maof.org
Ƿ Online

In order for your application to be accepted, the following documents are REQUIRED:

  • College Transcripts are REQUIRED when applying for the ŷַ Head Start, Child Care and Pre-School programs,
  • Degree along with college transcripts REQUIRED for any positions that require a BA or higher degree,
  • When applying for positions of Associate Teacher, Teacher, Head Teacher or Site Supervisor a copy of the Permit from the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing is REQUIRED,
  • When applying for positions that do not require transcripts or degrees a High School diploma or equivalency  REQUIRED,
  • Updated resume REQUIRED for all positions,
  • 2 letters of PROFESSIONAL recommendation REQUIRED for all positions.

Minimum qualifications must-be-met by the close of filing date.

ŷַ offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accidental Insurance, Employer Contribution and Employer Match 403(b) Retirement Plan with 100% vesting, Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs (EAP), Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, 501(c)(3) Designation Public Service Loan Forgiveness, other supplemental benefits such as AFLAC, Credit Union Membership and Discount tickets to Southern CA theme parks and attractions. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by .

Employment Application

Applicant Information

Education & Permits

ʰ𱹾dzܲDz⳾Գ

References

Please list three professional references.

Disclaimer and Signature

I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application or interview may result in my release.

Applicant's Statement

Please read and initial each paragraph and sign application upon completion

I hereby authorize Mexican American Opportunity Foundation to thoroughly investigate my suitability for employment and, further, authorize my current and former employers to disclose to the company any and all letters, reports and other information pertaining to my employment with them, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. In addition, hereby release Mexican American Opportunity Foundation, my current and former employers, and all other persons, corporations, partnerships and associations from any and all claims, demands or liabilities arising out of or in any way related to such investigation or disclosure.

I understand that if offered employment, the offer may be contingent on my passing a pre-employment alcohol and drug screen and a pre-employment physical. By signing this application, voluntarily agree to submit to a pre-employment alcohol/drug screen and pre-employment physical upon request. I understand that failure to pass the alcohol/drug screen and or physical will result in withdrawal of the employment offer. I also understand that refusal to submit to an alcohol/drug screen will be considered a voluntary resignation of employment.

I understand that nothing contained in the application or conveyed to me during any interview, which may be granted, is intended to create an employment contract, implied or explicit, between me and the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation. In addition, I understand and agree that if am employed, my employment relationship with Mexican American Opportunity Foundation is strictly voluntary and at our mutual will. understand that if employed, my employment is for no definite period and may be terminated at any time, with or without pr