Introduction to Learning Jungle:

At Learning Jungle, we make an impact on young minds and help to build a better tomorrow for the next generation. We look for like-minded individuals who have a passion to make a difference in children’s lives through learning. We connect with our local communities by putting family first. Learning Jungle employees are committed to providing a safe learning environment, giving children a sense of belonging, achievement and individuality while allowing parents to feel at ease and confident in the well-being of their family.

Join our team and make a difference in your community! Our Rancho location is looking to bring on (1) Full-time Infant Assistant Teacher

The role:

Reporting to the Center Director, the Assistant Teacher will support the learning objectives of children and assist in creating and managing a variety of learning environments and activities that will provide opportunities for children to develop to their fullest potential. Learning Jungle teachers work as a team with fellow staff to promote the interests of the children in particular and the school in general.

The successful candidate will be accountable for:

• Interacting and working with teacher(s) to supervise children

• Working with teachers and helping in classrooms, helping with lesson plans
• Supporting centers state regulations for licensing and sanitation
• Review learning material with students, either individually or in small groups, to help reinforce lessons presented by lead teachers
• Supervise students in class, during lunch hour, playtime, or recess, and at special events, like field trips
• Aid in teaching appropriate behavior and social skills to students

• Assist in enforcing school and classroom rules
• Assist with record keeping, such as attendance records, student progress notes and grades
• Help teachers prepare for lessons by assembling materials and equipment
• Daily cleaning and maintenance of the class rooms and common areas - trash removal and disposal from the classrooms and kitchens as necessary
• Provide personal aid and care as necessary to students, such as help with hygiene, eating or toileting, for example

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and education requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 3 units of Early Childhood Education Courses (preferred)
  
• 0-1 years of experience in a licensed childcare facility
• CPR & First Aid certification

• California fingerprint clearance
• Health Examination including TB test

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Must have strong organizational skills and high motivation.

• Must have ability to relate well to parents, children, and staff.
• Must have flexibility to meet daily challenges of working in a childcare environment and to be available during varied work hours as needed.

The preferred candidate will:

• Have a passion for working with children and making a difference in their lives!

• Be a team-player who can manage a learning environment and can create fun activities/lessons that develop children.
• Will be organized and able to prepare activities based off of children's ideas and interests, has worked with children and who can manage conflict.
• Be someone who is invested in the personal growth and development of children.
• Be empathetic and motivational individual that can keep up with the children.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
Learning Jungle is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal/Native American status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.