Assistant Teacher Bilingual SpanishEnglish JOR

Description

Inspire. Support. Make a Difference! Were looking for a passionate Assistant Teacher to support childrens learning and development in a positive nurturing environment. Join our team today!

Working At NYAP

• NYAPs commitment to doing what is best for children youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 33 Paid days off each year!(11 holidays 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family.
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements.
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k) Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement Phone Allowance Student Loan Repayment Assistance CEUs and ongoing trainings/education.
• Why Work with UsExciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!

The Assistant Educator for La Jornada will provide assistance to the teaching staff. Provide feedback to the Lead Educator about the progress of the children and discuss important issues pertaining to the children on a regular basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Educator for La Jornada will perform duties including but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Programs mission values and philosophies.

• Assist in developing lesson plans based on state requirements and the specific needs of each child.

• Collaborate with educator to monitor the academic progress of each child.

• Collaborate with educator to deliver daily lesson plans as well as understand how the classroom is run in the event that the teacher is absent on a particular day.

• Work with individual children in the classroom to promote their learning and development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in education and/or early childhood education.

• Valid ECE certification preferred.

• 2 years experience as a Teacher Assistant or Paraprofessional working with minority children in a classroom environment.

• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers smartphones and tablets printers fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing spreadsheet and database programs.

• Bilingual (English Spanish). Fluency in Spanish is required.

• 21 years of age valid state drivers license reliable personal vehicle and a good driving record.

OTHER SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Compassionate attitude and strong understanding of child development.

• Nurturing teaching approach.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Use of manual dexterity tactile visual and audio acuity.

• Use of repetitive motion prolonged periods of sitting and standing and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.

• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds) bending pulling and carrying.

• Ability to travel frequently and drive vehicle while sitting for extended periods with frequency varying based on program demands.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Who we are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention Positive Youth Development Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children youth and families.

Required Experience:

Junior IC