Teacher Assistant, WHP

About the Role

Pathways LA is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Teacher Assistant to join their West Hollywood Preschool team. This entry-level role supports lead and associate teachers in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children.

• $21.00/Per hour
• $500 BONUS after 6 months of employment
• Full-time position: 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Support lead and associate teachers in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children.
• Help maintain classroom ratios.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Diploma
• Minimum of 6 units in Child Development/Early Childhood Education
• Teacher Assistant CTC permit (preferred or, at a minimum, eligible for the permit)
• AA completed or currently enrolled in a Child Development program (preferred)
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications and clearances, including CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to act quickly and appropriately during emergencies and hazardous situations.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must have Vaccinations for MMR, DTAP, Covid-19, Influenza.
• Must have a negative Tuberculosis test.

Qualifications

• Love working with young children.
• Passionate about children, families, and creating an inclusive learning environment.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Paid Time Off:
• 10 sick days per year
• 10 vacation days per year (Accrual increase schedule)
• 11 paid holidays
• 1 floating holiday
• 18 paid hours of early release
• Medical, Dental & Vision:
• Coverage Options Include: Kaiser HMO Medical Plan, Blue Shield HMO, UnitedHealthcare HMO or PPO, PPO Dental Plan, VSP Vision Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan Benefits:
• Pathways LA automatically deposits 3% of your salary into your plan.
• Pathways LA matches 50% of employee contributions up to 3% of salary.
• Additional Benefits:
• Life Insurance – paid by Pathways LA
• Accident Insurance – paid by Pathways LA
• Long-Term Disability Insurance – paid by Pathways LA
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Medical Account (HSA), Dependent Care Account
• Commuter Expenses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – paid by Pathways LA: Counseling Services, Child and Elder Care Referrals, Financial and Legal Advice, Work-Life Balance Support, Adoption Assistance Program
• Voluntary additional life and accident insurance options.

No sponsorship is available for this position.