Gig Details

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Location:23920 Valencia Blvd #120, Valencia, Santa Clarita CA, California 91355

Posted Date: 01-11-2022

Description:

Description/Duties & Responsibilities
Primetime Preschool serves children ages 3-5 at multiple locations throughout Santa Clarita providing Kindergarten readiness with a curriculum that develops young learners socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.

PTS Preschool Teachers Aide:

This position will work during the school year, September through May, Monday through Friday from approximately 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Additional hours received for training and meetings.

PTS Substitute Teacher’s Aide:

Classes are held Monday-Friday from approximately 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. during the school year at various locations throughout Santa Clarita. Selected candidates will be added to a substitute teacher’s aide pool on an as-needed basis to fill in for absent teacher’s aides.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works directly with the Preschool Teacher to provide preschool programs for children
Assists in organization, set-up, and clean-up of facility
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and materials throughout the program
Organizes, prioritizes and follows up on assignments
Greets patrons and participants and answers inquiries regarding programs
Maintains various forms, logs, and reports
Attends meetings and training sessions
Addresses behavior concerns in the classroom when necessary
Performs first aid and responds to emergencies; reports incidents and accidents
Supervises and leads children; maintaining staff/child ratio
Organizes and prepares activities for children
Adheres to Los Angeles Department of Public Health guidelines set forth
Other duties, as directed by Recreation Supervisor, Coordinator, and/or Preschool Teacher
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Six months of paid experience in preschool and/or child care programs
Completion of Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes is highly desirable
Possession of, or ability to maintain within one month of hire, Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED.
Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to act as a role model by displaying positive and courteous behaviors that children will admire and want to emulate
Ability to maintain awareness of children’s needs
Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both verbally and in writing
Strong team player and the ability to work both independently and as part of a work group
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle conflict, issues, and concerns with children and parents
Ability to make sound decisions within established guidelines and be a creative problem solver
Ability to observe safety principles and work in a safe manner
Strong work ethic, proactive, and the ability to learn quickly
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner, for self and others
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including inclement weather
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights
Ability to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and equipment weighing 25 pounds or more is required occasionally
Additional Information
An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

Final candidates for the position of PTS Preschool Teacher’s Aide will require a negative TB test result within the last two years to be cleared to work. This clearance must be completed prior to the first day of work. It is important to note that current CDC guidelines do not allow for a TB test to be given within 28 days of receiving the first or second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine or vaccine booster.

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

PTS workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Part-time, temporary, seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits and must participate in ICMA-RC (deferred compensation as a replacement for Social Security).

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