Teacher Assistant II East/Central LA

Volunteers of America Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The Co-Teacher will provide children with an environment that includes varied activities to help children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development, with the overall goal being to achieve social competence for the child.

What You Will Do

Provide children with an environment that includes varied activities to help children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development, with the overall goal being to achieve social competence for the child. Implements the program curriculum for children enrolled in morning and afternoon classes (double sessions). Plan individual and group activities to stimulate learning and promote parent involvement in the child’s learning.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The position requires incumbents to report to work on-site each day of active employment. Plans and implements the program curriculum for children enrolled in morning and afternoon classes (double sessions), including individual and group activities. Conducts classroom planning, integrate various HS services into the learning, such as parent involvement, social services, nutrition, health, and mental health services.

Requirements

  • Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
  • Must have access to an automobile with adequate insurance coverage and a valid California driver’s license, or have means to other easily accessible transportation
  • TB clearance within 6 months prior
  • Annual Influenza vaccination (between Nov. 1st - March 31st)
  • Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
  • Health screening at the time of employment
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequently kneel and squat
  • Ability to move quickly

Benefits

  • Competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits
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