Early Childhood Education (ECE) Instructional Aide

The Farmworker Institute of Education and Leadership Development (FIELD), is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. FIELD was founded in 1978 by Farmworker Leader Cesar E. Chavez and is dedicated to strengthening America’s agricultural and rural communities through our Core Values of Opportunity, Excellence, Integrity, Innovation and Si Se Puede. FIELD carries out its mission through a continuum of educational and workforce development programs that assist underserved communities in achieving empowerment, self-sufficiency, and a better quality of life. FIELD has realigned our training and education to promote career pathways for adult learners. This includes work experience opportunities in Environmental Conservation, Energy, Education, Entrepreneurship and Civic Action.

SUMMARY 

Under the guidance and supervision of the Site Supervisor the ECE Instructional Aide will  assist in the planning, preparation, and performance of all duties under their  responsibility, and monitor children enrolled in FIELD ECE Child Care Centers at all times.  The successful candidate will report to the ECE Site Supervisor, help volunteers and  substitute on jobsite. This is a hands-on role and will require performing tasks  associated with the assistance in the instruction and supervision of ECE children. The  individual working in this role will be responsible for providing a meaningful, nurturing,  and safe environment to all children enrolled in the center. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following:  Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.  

• Assist the ECE teacher in the preschool classroom, as required. 
• Assist the ECE teacher in preparation and implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities. 
• May be required to perform duties at different preschool sites. 
• Assist in daily progress notes, maintenance of files and reports. 
• Maintain classroom and equipment including cleaning of toys, furniture and facilities as necessary. 
• Participate in preschool in-service and committee activities as directed.
• Attend classroom staff meetings and program professional development training. ∙ Follow all Head Start performance standards, State Preschool funding terms and  conditions, and Title 22 licensing requirements (as applicable). 
• Collaborate with and assist volunteers as needed. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• None.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential  duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,  skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable  individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment.
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices. 
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior. 
• Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth, organization, time management, and record keeping. 
• Ability to operate a computer. 
• Possess the skills needed to learn and utilize software and other technology in ECE  instruction. 
• Ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic, social/emotional  and developmental needs for all types of learners. 
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Knowledge and consistent practice of the ethical guidelines as outlined by FIELD,  federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations. 
• Ability to assist with developing the program. 
• Ability to contribute expertise in the development and implementation of policies,  procedures and standards in the area of expertise. 
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing. 

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS 

• Must have Tuberculosis (TB) clearance or obtain TB clearance before beginning work.
• Must be able to pass fingerprinting (Live Scan) and criminal record clearance by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). 

• Must have a Health Screening Report clearance before beginning work.
• Must have Immunization records.
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EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required. 
• Minimum six (6) ECE units from an accredited college. 
• Must have knowledge of Title 22 requirements  
• Previous experience working in an ECE class setting, preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

• Must have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificate, or be able to complete the training within thirty (14) days from hire date. 
• Must have a current Food Handler’s Certificate, or be able to complete the training within thirty (30) days from hire date.
• Must have a current General and Child Care Providers Mandated Reporter certificate, or be able to complete the training within ninety (90) days from hire date.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and personal automobile insurance.
• Must work towards attaining Child Development Teacher Assistant permit from the  California Teacher Credentialing department through continued education and  professional development. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS 

• Must be able to travel as needed/required 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, reports, etc.  
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by  an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable  accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the  essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands,  handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and reach with hands  and arms. The employee is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The  employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or  move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close  supervision.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an  employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable  

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the  essential functions. 

Primarily works in a classroom environment. While performing the duties of this job, the  employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. 

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