Maryvale is currently recruiting for Associate Teacher(s) (AT) in Rosemead.  If you are interested in applying, please contact Erica Luna Gonzales.

JOB CATEGORY: Early Childhood Education
TITLE: Associate Teacher (AT)
STATUS: Hourly
REPORTS TO: ECE Administrator
REPORTING STAFF: Teacher’s Aide

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the ECE Administrator, Associate Teachers (AT) are responsible for providing a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy early learning environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Early Education program. ATs may be assigned to work in a classroom with children birth through 12 years or as a support teacher across all age groups. ATs are required to provide high quality care, supervision and educational experiences to all children. ATs are responsible for the day-to-day supervision of Teacher’s Aides, as assigned to their classroom. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
2. Plan and organize engaging activities to ensure a safe, engaging, and positive early learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
3. Arrange and create a developmentally appropriate learning environment in accordance with program goals and Maryvale’s philosophy that is compliant with ERS at a level 5 rating or higher.
4. Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate and culturally diverse daily activities for the children in accordance with Creative Curriculum. Where applicable, planning and implementation of activities is to be a collaborative effort amongst the teaching team.
5. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the developmental progress of currently enrolled children. These methods should include but are not limited to: email, online learning platforms, and video. Maryvale will post videos online via social media platforms managed by the agency and via the agency website. Maryvale owns and maintains all rights for educational content created for the purposes of educating children and families or advertising our Early Education Programs. Content may continue to be posted after an Associate ends their employment with Maryvale. 
6. Ensure that children assigned to his/her care are visually supervised at all times, in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure and Title 22 regulations.
7. Ensure that health and safety standards and procedures are effectively executed including but not limited to: daily sanitation, diaper changing, record keeping/daily reports, safe sleep, safety checklists, adherence to allergy lists and food program documentation at point of service.
8. Meet with parents for conferences at 60 days, and every 6 months thereafter for review of DRDP and periodically as needed. Ensure that family inquiries are responded to professionally and in a timely manner.
9. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families.
10. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry as trainings/coursework are completed.
11. Attend and actively contribute to: in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.
12. Maintain a current Child Development Permit at the Associate Teacher level or higher. ATs must hold a current permit to be eligible for their role, and will be demoted, suspended or dismissed if their permit is not maintained. Associate Teacher permits are only renewable one time, and require an additional 15 units of coursework towards a Teacher permit.
13. Maintain regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotals, behavior logs, DRDPs.
14. Communicate immediately with supervisor and/or Director regarding concerns or questions.
15. Communicate with the appropriate EEC Administrator and/or VP of ECE immediately regarding any issues regarding program or child safety – Maryvale teachers are mandated reporters. 
16. Provide day-to-day supervision, mentorship and training of Teacher’s Aides as assigned to the classroom, and provide regular feedback to the ECE administrative team regarding the job performance of said Teacher’s Aides.    
17. Work in cooperation with fellow Associates to strive for team cohesiveness.
18. Exhibit compassionate service, utilizing patience and empathy.
19. Maintain confidentiality including but not limited to sharing with parents/guardians any personal information regarding children other than their own.
20. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program.
21. When necessary, call for assistance and respond to emergency situations accordingly. In an emergency staff are to remain on campus until all children have left the premises OR they have been specifically authorized by the Center Director or VP of ECE to leave the premises.
22. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Current Immunizations.
2. Active Fingerprint Clearance.
3. Child Development permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) at the Associate teacher or higher level. Permits must be kept current, and cannot be allowed to lapse or expire. 
4. Associate Teachers are responsible for maintaining a professional development plan, which includes setting professional growth goals, maintaining 21 hours of professional development annually, and renewing/upgrading their permit with the CTC 3-6 months prior to expiration. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maryvale is currently recruiting for Teacher’s Aide(s) at both centers in Rosemead and Duarte.  If you are interested in applying, please contact Erica Luna Gonzales.

JOB CATEGORY:  Early Childhood Education
TITLE:  Teacher’s Aide (TA)
STATUS:  Hourly
REPORTS TO:  ECE Administrator
REPORTING STAFF:  NONE

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the ECE Associate or Fully Qualified Teacher and ECE Administrator, Teacher’s Aides (TAs) are responsible for providing support to create a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy early learning environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Early Education program. TAs are assigned to work under the direct supervision of a Teacher in a classroom with children birth through 12 years. TAs are required to provide support to the classroom teacher, completing tasks as assigned so that children receive high quality care, supervision and educational experiences.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Actively participate in training to learn about child development, age appropriate activities, health and safety.
2. Provide ideas for engaging activities that create a safe, engaging, and positive early learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
3. Support the teacher by completing classroom tasks including but not limited to: prepping activities for the children, cleaning up after activities, diaper changing/bathroom help, nap time supervision, reading and singing with children, leading large group activities in the classroom and on the play yard. 
4. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the developmental progress of currently enrolled children. These methods should include but are not limited to: email, online learning platforms, and video. Maryvale will post videos online via social media platforms managed by the agency and via the agency website. Maryvale owns and maintains all rights for educational content created for the purposes of educating children and families or advertising our Early Education Programs. Content may continue to be posted after an Associate ends their employment with Maryvale. 
5. Ensure that children assigned to his/her care are visually supervised at all times, in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure and Title 22 regulations.
6. Ensure that health and safety standards and procedures are effectively executed including but not limited to: daily sanitation, diaper changing, record keeping/daily reports, safe sleep, safety checklists, adherence to allergy lists and food program documentation at point of service.
7. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families.
8. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry as trainings/coursework are completed.
9. Attend and actively contribute to: in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.
10. Maintain regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotals, behavior logs. Contribute information towards the completion of DRDPs with the support of the classroom teacher.
11. Communicate immediately with supervisor and/or Director regarding concerns or questions.
12. Communicate with the appropriate EEC Administrator and/or VP of ECE immediately regarding any issues regarding program or child safety – Maryvale teachers aides are mandated reporters. 
13. Be open to the day-to-day supervision, mentorship and training that he/she receives from Teacher’s as assigned to the classroom.     
14. Work in cooperation with fellow Associates to strive for team cohesiveness.
15. Exhibit compassionate service, utilizing patience and empathy.
16. Maintain confidentiality including but not limited to sharing with parents/guardians any personal information regarding children other than their own.
17. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program. When in doubt, ask for support from the teacher or administrative team.
18. When necessary, call for assistance and respond to emergency situations accordingly. In an emergency staff are to remain on campus until all children have left the premises OR they have been specifically authorized by the Center Director or VP of ECE to leave the premises.
19. TAs working within the School Age program may be required to transport children to and from school and off site field trips. TAs will receive training on related transportation procedures. 
20. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Graduate.
2. Current Immunizations.
3. Active Fingerprint Clearance.
4. Completion of some ECE units or enrollment in college coursework is preferred but not required.
5. In order to apply to promote to a Fully Qualified Teacher position, when available, a Teacher’s Aide must obtain: 12 Child Development/ECE semester units including the Core Courses (Child Development, AND Child, Family, Community AND Curriculum) and Infant/Toddlers AND 6 months experience.
6. In order to apply to promote to an Associate Teacher position, a Teacher’s Aide must have a current permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing at the Associate Teacher level or higher AND apply for an Associate Teacher position when available.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
   
   

JOB CATEGORY:             Commercial Insurance

TITLE:                                   Clinical Director

STATUS:                               Exempt

REPORTS TO:                    Chief Financial Officer

REPORTING STAFF:      Clinical Supervisor, Clinicians, Administrative Staff

SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Clinical Director is responsible for the administration, execution, and maintenance of Maryvale’s dual diagnosis program.  The position is responsible for the oversight of all clinical and counseling staff, ensuring that all clinical and related administrative policies and procedures are fully implemented and followed.  They will participate in the recruitment and hiring of clinical treatment staff, providing direct services to clients and their families on an as needed basis, collaborating closely with Maryvale’s Executive Leadership Team for program development, strategic planning, and performance improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative:

• Plans and oversees all patient care and administrative operations and programs.
• Schedules clinical staff based on census, budget and ensures client care is covered at all times.
• Coordinates and ensures the supervision of staff through regular contact with Clinical Supervisor.
• Recruits Associates to ensure department is staffed with qualified personnel.
• Orients clinical staff to company policies, treatment protocols, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures all personnel policies are effectively administered and correctly followed in accordance with Maryvale’s vision, mission and core values.
• Responsible for prompt and accurate reporting to the Executive Leadership Team.

Services & Clinical Oversight:

• Plans, directs and monitors all program activities to include comprehensive client assessments, treatment plans, concurrent reviews, discharge documents, individual sessions, and group sessions.
• The Clinical Director will carry a caseload of clients, as clinically appropriate, and/or on an as-needed basis.
• Makes necessary case assignments and adjustments in clinician’s caseloads in a manner that supports an equal distribution of workload while maintaining clinical integrity.
• Reviews clinical staff work in weekly treatment team meeting and provides guidance when needed to ensure treatment effectiveness.
• Provides individual supervision of and consultation with clinical staff that includes individualized performance improvement goals based on clinician performance and needs.
• Collaborates with Admissions in determining clinical appropriateness of incoming new and readmitting clients into all levels of programming.

Program Development & Strategic Initiatives:

• Establishes a program schedule that meets the client’s treatment goals.
• Development of curriculum for the program that is specific to its population.
• Devises strategies and plans for the clinical department according to company standards for excellent service and growth.
• Collaborates with Business Development to maintain census goals.
• Analyzes performance improvement data and coordinates with administrative, executive, and operations teams at least quarterly to update and implement action plans.
• Participates in the preparation for and maintenance of COA accreditation and regulatory audits by taking an active role in the process.

Management:

• Responsible for promoting a responsive, supportive and quality health care environment through work behaviors which portray a service excellence orientation and a strong personal value system to ensure the understanding exemplification and fulfillment of the organization’s mission and core values.
• Plans and manages the day-to-day on-site activities of the therapeutic program.
• Resolves complaints from patients, patient’s families/significant others and staff.
• Utilizes all program resources, both human and material, in an efficient and responsible fashion.
• Maintains confidentiality of the organization’s practices and proprietary information at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be licensed (LMFT, LCSW) by the State of California BBS and/or (Ph.D, Psy.D) by the State of California Board of Psychology for a minimum of three years. All credentials must be in good standing and current.

• Minimum five years’ experience supervising a multidisciplinary treatment team as a clinical director or similar managerial position.
• Minimum three years’ experience in a leadership role of substance use, mental health, or dual diagnosis programs; experience serving fee-paying, commercial insurance, and/or managed care populations preferred.
• Must have experience and thorough knowledge of disease of addiction and psychiatric disorders and illnesses.
• Experience in clinical supervision and program management.
• Must be proficient in the understanding of medical necessity guidelines for II-HBHS services, Partial Hospital Programs (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). 
• Solid understanding of budgeting, resourcing and performance evaluation procedures.
• Excellent knowledge of standards (e.g. COA) and regulations for the clinical field.
• Must be proficient in the delivery, implementation and oversight of Trauma-Informed Care.

 In addition to listed qualifications, the ideal candidate:

• Has led or participated in the creation of a program statement addressing administrative, therapeutic, and management of a dual diagnosis program(s).
• Possesses a minimum of 24 months of direct work experience in a mental treatment program and/or psychiatric hospital as a Clinical Director.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maryvale is currently recruiting for a Fully Qualified Teacher (FQT) in Duarte.  If you are interested in applying, please contact Erica Luna Gonzales.

JOB CATEGORY:    Early Childhood Education

TITLE:  Fully Qualified Teacher (FQT)

STATUS:  Hourly

REPORTS TO:  ECE Administrator

REPORTING STAFF:     Teacher’s Aide

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the ECE Administrator, Fully Qualified Teachers (FQT) are responsible for providing a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy early learning environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the non-subsidized Early Education program. FQTs may be assigned to work in a classroom with children birth through 12 years or as a support teacher across all age groups. FQTs are required to provide high quality care, supervision and educational experiences to all children. FQTs are responsible for the day-to-day supervision of Teacher’s Aides, as assigned to their classroom. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
2. Plan and organize engaging activities to ensure a safe, engaging, and positive early learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
3. Arrange and create a developmentally appropriate learning environment in accordance with program goals and Maryvale’s philosophy that is compliant with ERS at a level 5 rating or higher.
4. Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate and culturally diverse daily activities for the children in accordance with Creative Curriculum. Where applicable, planning and implementation of activities is to be a collaborative effort amongst the teaching team.
5. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the developmental progress of currently enrolled children. These methods should include but are not limited to: email, online learning platforms, and video. Maryvale will post videos online via social media platforms managed by the agency and via the agency website. Maryvale owns and maintains all rights for educational content created for the purposes of educating children and families or advertising our Early Education Programs. Content may continue to be posted after an Associate ends their employment with Maryvale. 
6. Ensure that children assigned to his/her care are visually supervised at all times, in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure and Title 22 regulations.
7. Ensure that health and safety standards and procedures are effectively executed including but not limited to: daily sanitation, diaper changing, record keeping/daily reports, safe sleep, safety checklists, adherence to allergy lists and food program documentation at point of service.
8. Meet with parents for conferences at 60 days, and every 6 months thereafter for review of DRDP and periodically as needed. Ensure that family inquiries are responded to professionally and in a timely manner.
9. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families.
10. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry as trainings/coursework are completed.
11. Attend and actively contribute to: in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.
12. Maintain regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotals, behavior logs, DRDPs.
13. Communicate immediately with supervisor and/or Director regarding concerns or questions.
14. Communicate with the appropriate EEC Administrator and/or VP of ECE immediately regarding any issues regarding program or child safety – Maryvale teachers are mandated reporters. 
15. Provide day-to-day supervision, mentorship and training of Teacher’s Aides as assigned to the classroom, and provide regular feedback to the ECE administrative team regarding the job performance of said Teacher’s Aides.    
16. Work in cooperation with fellow Associates to strive for team cohesiveness.
17. Exhibit compassionate service, utilizing patience and empathy.
18. Maintain confidentiality including but not limited to sharing with parents/guardians any personal information regarding children other than their own.
19. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program.
20. When necessary, call for assistance and respond to emergency situations accordingly. In an emergency staff are to remain on campus until all children have left the premises OR they have been specifically authorized by the Center Director or VP of ECE to leave the premises.
21. FQTs working within the School Age program may be required to transport children to and from school and off site field trips. FQTs will receive training on related transportation procedures. 
22. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Current Immunizations.
2. Active Fingerprint Clearance.
3. Completion of 12 Child Development/ECE semester units including the Core Courses (Child Development, AND Child, Family, Community AND Curriculum) and Infant/Toddlers. 
4. Alternate units are acceptable for teachers working in School Age care only; transcripts will be reviewed to verify that the alternate coursework meets Title 22 regulations.
5. 6 months experience working with children; paid or unpaid experience is sufficient.
6. Fully Qualified Teachers are responsible for maintaining a professional development plan, which includes setting professional growth goals, maintaining 21 hours of professional development annually.
7. In order to promote to an Associate Teacher position, a Fully Qualified Teacher must have a current permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing at the Associate Teacher level or higher AND apply for an Associate Teacher position when available.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maryvale is currently recruiting for Teacher’s Aide(s) at both centers in Rosemead and Duarte.  If you are interested in applying, please contact Erica Luna Gonzales.

JOB CATEGORY:  Early Childhood Education
TITLE:  Teacher’s Aide (TA)
STATUS:  Hourly
REPORTS TO:  ECE Administrator
REPORTING STAFF:  NONE

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the ECE Associate or Fully Qualified Teacher and ECE Administrator, Teacher’s Aides (TAs) are responsible for providing support to create a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy early learning environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Early Education program. TAs are assigned to work under the direct supervision of a Teacher in a classroom with children birth through 12 years. TAs are required to provide support to the classroom teacher, completing tasks as assigned so that children receive high quality care, supervision and educational experiences.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Actively participate in training to learn about child development, age appropriate activities, health and safety.
2. Provide ideas for engaging activities that create a safe, engaging, and positive early learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
3. Support the teacher by completing classroom tasks including but not limited to: prepping activities for the children, cleaning up after activities, diaper changing/bathroom help, nap time supervision, reading and singing with children, leading large group activities in the classroom and on the play yard. 
4. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the developmental progress of currently enrolled children. These methods should include but are not limited to: email, online learning platforms, and video. Maryvale will post videos online via social media platforms managed by the agency and via the agency website. Maryvale owns and maintains all rights for educational content created for the purposes of educating children and families or advertising our Early Education Programs. Content may continue to be posted after an Associate ends their employment with Maryvale. 
5. Ensure that children assigned to his/her care are visually supervised at all times, in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure and Title 22 regulations.
6. Ensure that health and safety standards and procedures are effectively executed including but not limited to: daily sanitation, diaper changing, record keeping/daily reports, safe sleep, safety checklists, adherence to allergy lists and food program documentation at point of service.
7. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families.
8. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry as trainings/coursework are completed.
9. Attend and actively contribute to: in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.
10. Maintain regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotals, behavior logs. Contribute information towards the completion of DRDPs with the support of the classroom teacher.
11. Communicate immediately with supervisor and/or Director regarding concerns or questions.
12. Communicate with the appropriate EEC Administrator and/or VP of ECE immediately regarding any issues regarding program or child safety – Maryvale teachers aides are mandated reporters. 
13. Be open to the day-to-day supervision, mentorship and training that he/she receives from Teacher’s as assigned to the classroom.     
14. Work in cooperation with fellow Associates to strive for team cohesiveness.
15. Exhibit compassionate service, utilizing patience and empathy.
16. Maintain confidentiality including but not limited to sharing with parents/guardians any personal information regarding children other than their own.
17. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program. When in doubt, ask for support from the teacher or administrative team.
18. When necessary, call for assistance and respond to emergency situations accordingly. In an emergency staff are to remain on campus until all children have left the premises OR they have been specifically authorized by the Center Director or VP of ECE to leave the premises.
19. TAs working within the School Age program may be required to transport children to and from school and off site field trips. TAs will receive training on related transportation procedures. 
20. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Graduate.
2. Current Immunizations.
3. Active Fingerprint Clearance.
4. Completion of some ECE units or enrollment in college coursework is preferred but not required.
5. In order to apply to promote to a Fully Qualified Teacher position, when available, a Teacher’s Aide must obtain: 12 Child Development/ECE semester units including the Core Courses (Child Development, AND Child, Family, Community AND Curriculum) and Infant/Toddlers AND 6 months experience.
6. In order to apply to promote to an Associate Teacher position, a Teacher’s Aide must have a current permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing at the Associate Teacher level or higher AND apply for an Associate Teacher position when available.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.