Kidango

Kidango

Associate Teacher - Infant/Toddler (East Palo Alto) $2,000 Sign on Bonus

East Palo Alto

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 69 days ago
LeadershipMentoring

About the role

  • In addition, the center will feature outdoor classrooms that incorporate environmental education and play-based learning.
  • Assist with planning and carrying out age-appropriate learning experiences and routines, including feeding, diapering, toileting, napping, indoor and outdoor play, and small group activities.
  • Participate in staff meetings, training, coaching, and professional development opportunities to strengthen teaching practice and program quality.

Responsibilities

  • Support the daily care and supervision of infants and toddlers in a safe, nurturing, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
  • Build warm, responsive relationships with children and support their individual developmental needs, including children with IFSP goals and other specialized supports.
  • Observe children regularly and document their development through notes, photos, and other assigned assessment tools in alignment with program expectations.
  • Support curriculum implementation and contribute to classroom environments that encourage exploration, language development, and positive interactions.
  • Partner with families in a respectful and professional way, sharing information about children's progress, routines, and needs while recognizing families as the child's first teacher.
  • Work collaboratively with teaching team members, center leadership, and support staff to ensure strong classroom operations and continuity of care.
  • Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Requirements

  • Help maintain accurate and up-to-date classroom records, including attendance, meal counts, child observations, and other required documentation.

Nice to have

  • Minimum of 12 ECE units required, including 3 Infant/Toddler units as required to meet Title 5 and Title 22 qualifications for an Associate Teacher working in an infant/toddler classroom
  • 1 to 2 years working with infants and toddlers in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
  • Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza.)
  • Required to be a mandated abuse reporter.
  • Ability to provide leadership and accept responsibility
  • Required CPR/First Aid Training Certification.
  • Completion CCL Record Keeping Component
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.

Skills

  • Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

Compensation

  • $35.28 - $35.28 USD
  • Additional Requirements
  • Must pass background fingerprint clearance
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Benefits

  • A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
  • Maintain active supervision of children at all times and follow all health, safety, and licensing requirements.
  • Follows all Kidango safety policies, active supervision practices, health and safety procedures, and licensing requirements at all times to help ensure a safe and compliant environment for children, families, and staff.

Equal opportunity

  • A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango's culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!
  • If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@kidango.org. We're happy to support you through the process.
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango's culture.
  • We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veter
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