Teacher, Associate - Infant/Toddler

Pathways LA strengthens low income and vulnerable working families, promote high-quality early learning care and education services for children of all abilities, develop knowledgeable early care providers, and promote economically resilient communities. With over 45 years in service, Pathways LA has become the leading agency for a multi-year, county-wide initiative to increase the services of childcare needs. Our passionate and dedicated team has great pride in serving families and early childhood educators throughout Metro LA. Our team includes directors, case specialists, child development coordinators, coaches, and teachers & staff for our child development centers.

If you are a talented professional with a passion for children and families, please consider applying for the following positions currently open:  

Title:                    Teacher, Associate - Infant/Toddler

Job Type:            Full Time, On-Site

Compensation:   $20-$21/hr, Plus Robust, Comprehensive Benefits Package

FLSA Status:       Non-Exempt 

Primary Duties:   Assist in planning, implementing, and facilitating a developmentally appropriate, full-inclusion program for young children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

•      Assist in the daily operation of the classroom including setting up activities, transitions and clean up.
•      Assist to ensure the best practice in anti-bias curriculum, respect the home culture in all communications, functions and curriculum presentations
•    Maintain classroom order based on Pathways discipline philosophy by providing positive discipline approaches, including social problem-solving techniques.  Offer an engaging and varied play environment.
•        Sit with children and engage or coach them in activities.
•      Base interactions with children during both play and daily routines on the child's established goals as described by the family and assessments while maintaining sensitivity to the child's immediate interests.
•       Assist teachers with compliance of codes, funding terms and conditions, regulations of all state and local governing agencies: Department of Developmental Services, State Child Care Licensing, California Department of Education, Regional Centers, fire and health departments, and Child and Adult Care Food Program.
•     Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:   

• 12 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, including core courses or a Child Development Association (CDA) Credential earned in CA.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain an Associate Teacher Permit according to the CA Permit Matrix.
• One year of experience working with young children in a childcare setting.
• At least one year working with children ages 0-3 specifically.
• Experience diapering and feeding infants/toddlers.
• Knowledge of child development theory and experience with developmentally appropriate practices.
• Experience working with children having disabilities and/or special needs.
• Must be able to regularly talk or hear. 
• Will occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
•  Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Requirements:  

• Fingerprint clearance/Department of Justice ID#
• Current health report including negative TB test
• Proof of required immunizations per Community Care Licensing for MMR, DTAP, Influenza (or waiver).These items are required before classroom assignment.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorships are available for this position.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES:

10 sick days per year; no waiting period

10 vacation days per year for the first 2 years of service; accrual increase schedule; no waiting period

11 holidays; no waiting period

1 floating holiday; 90-day waiting period

18 paid hours of early release; no waiting period

Medical, Dental & Vision:
Kaiser HMO Medical Plan
Non-Kaiser Options – you can also choose a Blue Shield HMO or UnitedHealthcare HMO or PPO
PPO Dental Plan and VSP Vision Plan

Other Benefits:
403b Retirement Contributions:
3% of salary contribution by Pathways for all employees (whether you contribute or not)
50% match by Pathways on employee contributions up to 3% of salary
Life Insurance - paid by Pathways for all employees.
Accident Insurance - paid by Pathways for all employees
Long Term Disability Insurance - paid by Pathways for all employees
Flexible Spending Accounts (pre-tax accounts) available to all employees

Medical Account:
Dependent Care Account
Commuter Expenses
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - paid by Pathways
Counseling Services
Child and Elder Care Referrals
Financial and Legal Advice
Balancing Work and Life Issues
Internet/Cell Phone Stipends
Adoption Assistance Program

Voluntary Options:
Additional life insurance
Additional accident insurance

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values at Pathways LA.  
We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer