Preschool Substitute Aide

Job Details: Job Location: Rancho Community Church and School - Temecula, CA, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $16.90 - $18.00Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Job Description: Preschool Substitute Aide

Rancho Community Church & Christian Schools

Title: Preschool Substitute Aide

Supervisor: Preschool Director

Classification: Non-exempt

Description:  A faithful Preschool Substitute Aide is responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher or Extended Care Teacher in the implementation of an appropriate education program, which shall follow the Christian philosophy of Rancho Christian Preschool and all relevant legislation, policies and procedures in a safe and developmentally appropriate environment.

Areas of Expected Proficiency:

Assist teacher in supervising and implementing the program for the class in accordance with the policies and Christian philosophy of Rancho Christian Preschool

Assist teacher in implementing and supervising a daily preschool classroom program that will address the spiritual, physical, emotional, social and mental needs of the individual child in a group environment

Help to maintain a classroom environment that is controlled and safe, allowing the children the freedom of choice and exploration with clearly defined structure

Must be able to effectively follow instructions of teacher and fulfill duties and tasks assigned by teacher 

Must be able to quickly respond and summon for help in an emergency

Other Expectations: 

Abide by a code of confidentiality in all matters involving the children and families enrolled in the schools

Assist teacher in maintaining an ordered arrangement, appearance, décor and learning environment of the classroom

Attend all scheduled staff meetings and training sessions, including completing 12 hours of professional growth a year

Assist and participate in special events such as Back-to-School Night, Open House, etc.

Assist and participate in designated public relations, school fundraisers and community events sponsored by the school

Assist teacher in preparing daily snacks for students in class per Title 22 regulations 

Assist teacher in conducting weekly chapels as assigned

Maintain regular attendance and punctuality

Perform other related duties as required

Physical Expectations:

Able to sit, stoop, bend, lift, reach, stand and walk for sustained periods of time

Able to use hands and fingers to perform tasks.  

Able to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate effectively.

Able to work in a wide range of weather conditions

Able to lift or pull at least 50 pounds

Able to speak, read and write in English

Qualifications: Spiritual Qualifications: 

Demonstrate a passion for Christ and His Kingdom through personal spiritual discipline and public ministry

Seek to grow in that relationship with Christ through personal spiritual discipline, education, accountability and service to his Kingdom. 

Believe that the Bible is God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living 

Be a mature Christian role model in attitude, speech and actions

Professional Qualifications:

Must have 12 ECE units (courses approved by Title 22 regulations)

Show evidence of Christian maturity and a strong grasp of the essence of Christian education in the preschool environment

Be in compliance with the State of California requirements and qualifications as defined by Title 22 for a preschool teacher, including obtaining a signed form by your physician prior to employment

Be in compliance with the standards of our accreditation agency

Have a minimum of one year experience working with preschool aged children

Possess the ability to interact effectively and maintain a good rapport  with parents, peers and administrative staff

Maintain current infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

Pass a TB test every 4 years

Proof of immunizations for DTaP, MMR, Influenza

Submit to fingerprinting and receive criminal clearance from the Department of Justice and FBI

Physical Qualifications:

Definitions:

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 to 3 hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (3+ to 6 hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (6+ to 8 hrs/day)