Substitute Teacher Assistant
$19.04 - $22.85
Entry
Los Angeles, CA, USA
In PersonAbility to arrive at multiple ECS locations in a timely manner.
EducationEarly Childhood Education
About the job
Requirements
- Six or more semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, with concurrent enrollment toward 12 units or an Associate Teacher permit.
- Ability to satisfy Title 22 requirements for a Teacher.
- A valid first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation certificate, or ability to obtain one within the introductory period.
- Ability to handle confidential information and complete required paperwork and documentation if assigned to a classroom long-term (more than two consecutive weeks).
- Ability to maintain patient privacy by protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information to authorized individuals and entities.
- Intermediate knowledge of Office 365 programs in a Windows environment.
- Ability to participate in, conduct, and sustain performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.
- Sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
- Ability to arrive at multiple ECS locations in a timely manner.
- Punctual and dependable attendance.
- Completion of New Hire Orientation, AB-1343 Sexual Harassment Prevention training, and Mandated Reporter training.
- Satisfy contingencies including influenza immunization or declination; COVID-19, MMR, and Tdap immunizations; education verification; reference check; background fingerprint clearance conducted by the California Department of Social Services; drug and alcohol screening; and tuberculosis screening.
Responsibilities
- Substitute for regularly employed teachers and plan, organize, and implement the care, development, and education of typically and atypically developing infants, toddlers, and preschool children from birth to five years.
- Plan and implement educational curriculum and recreational activities for infants, toddlers, and preschool children that reflect developmental, cultural, and linguistic appropriateness.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable Early Head Start, Head Start, CDE, First 5 LA, Title 5, and Title 22 Community Care Licensing regulations.
- Develop and maintain strong and caring relationships with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and parents.
- Establish an accepting climate that supports and respects each child’s gender, individual personality, physical characteristics and traits, culture, language, ethnic characteristics, family structure, developmental needs, and behaviors.
- Maintain the classroom and equipment in a clean and safe condition.
- Conduct home visits each year as required by the funding source.
- Record observations, share information about children with their parents or company staff, and plan with them how best to meet each child’s needs.
- Communicate with parents daily, verbally or in writing, regarding children’s physical care and development.
- Complete and submit incident reports as necessary.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding children and their families in compliance with HIPAA regulations and company policy.
- Maintain daily records of each child’s attendance, health, and behavior, and report suspicions of child abuse or neglect to the Site Supervisor.
- Maintain working knowledge of current early childhood education practices through reading, seminars, other educational opportunities, and professional contacts or memberships.
- Ensure proper care and supervision of every child at all times and adhere to standards of conduct.
- Adhere to family-style meal requirements and record meal counts at the point of service.
- Complete factual, ongoing observations to support assessments and portfolios.
- Assist with and teach children self-care skills.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience as an early childhood educator.
- Demonstrated skill in curriculum development and modification for children from birth to five years.
- Prior experience with children and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Knowledge of Creative Curriculum.
- Knowledge of Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum.
- Spanish and English bilingual ability.
About the company
Children's Institute helps children and families in Los Angeles achieve emotional well-being and educational success, serving about 30,000 people each year. It operates in underinvested communities like Echo Park, Watts, Compton, and Long Beach, delivering programs that support mental health, education, and family needs to create pathways to economic mobility and lifelong health. The organization weaves equity and inclusion into its decisions, workforce, and programs, and pursues long-term community impact rather than short-term gains. Its goal is to reduce inequities and enable every child and family to reach their full potential by providing evidence-based services, support networks, and access to opportunities.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$100K
Headquarters
Bellflower, California
Founded
1906
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 24, 2026 strategic plan targets growth, innovation, and sustainability amid funding uncertainty.
- August 2026 NHSA named CII one of 11 Head Start Program of Excellence recipients.
- Saban Clinic opened at Otis Booth Campus in 2026, expanding family healthcare access.
What critics are saying
- April 30, 2026 WARN notice cut 47 Los Angeles workers by June 30.
- CII's June 2026 plan cites federal funding cuts and harsh immigration enforcement.
- If California behavioral-health reimbursements tighten, CII's wraparound model faces rapid service contraction.
What makes Children's Institute unique
- Since 1906, CII serves 30,000 Los Angeles families with integrated education and behavioral health.
- Its trauma-informed, dual-generation model links Head Start, counseling, parenting support, and care coordination.
- Otis Booth Campus co-locates partners like Saban, P.S. Arts, and Twinspire for one-stop access.
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Benefits
- Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New Year
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents
- 403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employees
- Up to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
- Opportunity for growth & advancement
- Professional development & continued training
- Team building & bonding through company sponsored events & activities