MERCED- TEACHER ASSISTANT at Merced County Community Action – MERCED, California

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Asist assigned supervisor in the teaching of a group of children;

• Tells stories and leads songs;

• Demonstrates and discusses proper etiquette and cleanliness during mealtime with the children;

• Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch and snacks, change diapers and toilet training as required.

• Assists in the child evaluation process and preparing reports

• Participates in parent conferences;

• Maintains order; helps move furniture and prepare classrooms;

• May relieve culinary or custodial personnel on an as needed basis;

• Attends staff meetings and in-services training sessions;

• Assists in the recruitment processes;

• Maintains client confidentiality and excellent customer service; and

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and or training:

•6 units ECE/CD and current enrollment in an ECE/CD class at a regionally accredited college or university. Mustpossess or be eligible for a Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit or higher.

Experience

Six months of paid or volunteer experience working with young children. Knowledge of child behavior and basic methods used in supervising children’s activities, ability to relate to children and adults, follow oral and written directions, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, teachers and administrators.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:;

• Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, current DMV report and proof of minimum Californiavehicle insurance;

• Criminal background check and Fingerprint clearance (Paid by Employer)

• Valid CPR license, may be obtained upon employment

• Pre-employment physical health check and TB clearance (paid by Employer when conducted by Agencycontracted medical provider)

• Ability to sit on low chairs (child size), walk, stoop, bend and squat as needed; be able to lift and carry in excessof 40 pounds regularly and to stand as much as 75% of scheduled working time; and

• Ability to work both inside and outside where temperatures may vary.

• Must comply with Senate Bill 792 immunization requirements for influenza, pertussis, and measles. AndMandated reporter training under new law AB 1207 within 60 days of employment

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME-Local 2703), AFL-CIO represents this position under an Agency agreement.

EMPLOYEE MUST KEEP PERMITS AND/OR CREDENTIALS CURRENT AND MAINTAIN EDUCATION

*All JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON COMPLETING A BACKGROUND AND PHYSICAL