Teacher Assistant

## Description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Teacher, the Teacher Assistant will provide support through classroom and playground supervision of children, preparation of materials for learning activities, participation and guidance in children’s learning activities, assistance in providing a safe and sanitary environment for children, regular communication with parents/guardians and maintenance of children and family records. Incumbent follows detailed instructions and procedures in accomplishing assignments.

**Essential Functions:**

1. Assist in planning and preparation of age-appropriate activities for preschool children.
2. Assist in daily health checks of children.
3. Assist in implementation of daily curriculum.
4. Assist in routine cleaning of classroom areas as needed.
5. Obtain supplies and arrange space for a variety of activities according to lesson plan.
6. Assist in classroom, field trips, lunch and playground supervision of children, to include assisting during fire and earthquake drills.
7. Provide for safety of children and performing required care-giving activities.
8. Keep records of participant attendance and complete in-kind paperwork daily.
9. Assist in upkeep of classroom materials and rotation of materials.
10. Encourage parental involvement into the program and maintain ongoing communication with parents in a professional and respectful manner, with confidentiality in mind.
11. Assist in discussing child’s developmental progress with parents during daily conversations and during home visits and parents conferences, as requested.
12. Attend training conferences/meetings with site staff and parents to keep abreast of current requirements.
13. Additional classroom duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher in conducting day-to-day site activities.

**Additional Responsibilities:**

1. Maintain a valid, unrestricted California Driver’s license and ability to be insurable under CRIHB’s automobile insurance.
2. Position requires occasional over night travel within CRIHB’s service area.
3. Requires ability to drive up to 7 hours a day.

## Qualifications
**Qualifications:**

1. One (1) year experience working with children ages 3-5.
2. Six (6) units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred; OR
3. Must obtain at least 3 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development for the semester immediately following initial employment and continue in the educational program each subsequent semester until six (6) ECE/CD units has been obtained.
4. Able to demonstrate sound and mature judgment.

**Cultural Competency**

This position requires an awareness and a profound respect for American Indian/Alaska Native traditions, customs, and socioeconomic contexts. It also requires the ability to work effectively with Tribal organizations, demonstrating tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness, and sound judgment when handling sensitive matters.

**Indian Preference**

Preference in hiring is extended to qualified American Indians or Alaska Native applicants in accordance with CRIHB’s Indian Preference policy, as provided under Title 25 U.S.C. § 5307(b). This policy ensures that qualified Native applicants receive priority consideration in the hiring process. However, the final selection is based on a comprehensive evaluation of all candidates’ qualifications, experience, and alignment with the specific needs of the position. Applicants claiming Indian Preference must submit verifiable documentation of their status, such as certification from their Tribe of affiliation or other acceptable proof of Indian heritage as required by CRIHB.

**Notice: Sovereign Immunity**

Please take notice that sovereign immunity extends to CRIHB as an inter-tribal organization and arm of its consortium tribes and Tribal organizations. CRIHB is not governed by California’s labor laws, including the state’s wage and hour laws or its Family Medical Leave, and Pregnancy Leave laws and regulations. CRIHB’s utilization of certain state family medical and pregnancy leave benefits, or any other benefit, is discretionary and shall not be construed as a waiver of sovereign immunity of CRIHB. CRIHB may provide information and documents that reference state laws or regulations from time to time, and in the event of inconsistency or conflict, CRIHB’s policy shall govern. CRIHB disclaims jurisdiction of any state enforcement. Nothing herein or otherwise shall be construed as a waiver of sovereign immunity of CRIHB.