Assistant Preschool Teacher

Pathways LA gives back to the community. We pride ourselves on strengthening low-income and vulnerable working families, promoting high-quality early care and education services for children of all abilities, developing knowledgeable early care and childcare providers, and promoting 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: Associate Preschool Teacher Job Type : Full-time and Part-time positions available!

Flexible hours: 40, 30, 25 or 20 hours/ week! We are willing to work with your schedule!

Compensation: $22/hour + DOE, Plus Comprehensive Benefits (see below for benefits details)

BONUS of $500, after four months of employment. Location: WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

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

Requirements 12 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.

One year of experience working with young children in a childcare setting.

Knowledge of child development theory and experience with developmentally appropriate practices.

Experience Working With Children Having Disabilities And/or Special Needs. Hold an associate teacher permit issued by the California Commission for Teacher Credentialing.

Additional Requirements Fingerprint clearance/Department of Justice ID#, current health report including negative TB test

Proof of immunizations: TDAP, MMR, Flu Vaccine

You must reside at least 50 miles from the preschool facility in West Hollywood.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

No sponsorships are available for these positions.

SUBSTITUTE POSITIONS AVAILABLE Compensation Package Includes 10 sick days per year; no waiting period

10 vacation days per yea r 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

• and more

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