Teacher Aide - Infant/Toddler (East Palo Alto)

A little about us… Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

About The Role

The Teacher Aide (Infant/Toddler) supports the teaching team in providing a safe, nurturing environment for infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months). Under the direction of the Center Director, the Teacher Aide assists with daily caregiving routines, implements developmentally appropriate learning experiences, and builds secure relationships that support each child's social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development. This role emphasizes responsive caregiving, active supervision, and individualized attention to ensure every child's health, safety, and well-being.

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Assists in planning, preparing and implementing daily programs.
• Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Assists in the Desired Results process.
• Assists in maintaining the environment in a clean, safe manner.
• Assumes responsibilities for regular parent communication as directed by a supervisor.
• Always works with an Associate Teacher, Teacher, Master Teacher or Center Director.
• Assumes general responsibility for health, safety, and well-being of all children in the agency.
• Supports Volunteers as requested.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Participates in activities that further own professional growth.
• Maintains confidentiality of children, families and employees.
• Works as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of the organization.
• Greets children, parents, staff, and guests as needed.
• Assists other centers when requested.
• All other duties as assigned by the Master Teacher or Center Director.
• Assists in planning, preparing, and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences and caregiving routines that support the growth and development of infants and toddlers.
• Assists in creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, responsive, and engaging learning environment, including preparing materials and age-appropriate experiences.
• Provides active supervision and engages children during caregiving routines, indoor and outdoor experiences, meals, rest periods, and transitions.
• Builds positive, responsive relationships with children to support secure attachments, emotional well-being, and a sense of belonging.
• Supports children with diverse developmental, learning, cultural, and language needs, including children with disabilities and special needs.
• Assists in the Desired Results process
• Observes and documents children’s behavior, interests, developmental progress, and emerging skills as directed.
• Supports individualized caregiving practices, including feeding, diapering, toileting, sleeping, and other routines in a respectful and responsive manner.
• Helps maintain a clean, organized, healthy, and safe classroom environment that meets licensing and agency requirements.
• Assumes responsibilities for family communication as directed by a supervisor and helps foster positive partnerships with families.
• Assumes general responsibility for the health, safety, supervision, and well-being of all children in the agency.
• Supports implementation of inclusive practices and individualized plans for children as needed.
• Supports volunteers, substitutes, and visitors as requested.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and professional development activities as requested.
• Greets children, families, staff, and visitors in a welcoming and professional manner.
• Follows all licensing regulations, health and safety requirements, active supervision practices, and agency policies and procedures.
• Assists at other centers or classrooms when requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Preferred qualifications

• GED/HS Diploma
• Prior experience in working with young children is preferred
• Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza)
• 6 ECE units required

Compensation

$31.92—$31.92 USD

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a health screening and TB test 
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance
• Valid Driver License 
• Must be 18 years or older 
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
• The employee will be required to use hands for computer work, answering phone calls, etc.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to  perform the essential job functions

Perks

• An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package  
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO  

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!

If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected]. We’re happy to support you through the process.