The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF), the nation’s largest Latino-serving social service organization, has been helping children and families in need since 1963.
Human Resources Department

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401 N. Garfield Ave.,
Montebello, California 90640
(323) 278-3600 - Office
(323) 890-9632 - FAX

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 5:00

Claudia Rufino,
Director of Human Resources
(323) 278-3692 - Office

Violeta Navar,
Principal Clerk
(323) 278-3690 - Office
vnavar@maof.org

Araceli Estrada,
Human Resources Assistant
(323) 278-3691 - Office

APPLICATION AND HOW TO APPLY:

How To Apply

All applicants may apply in person, via e-mail or via mail by sending your completed application to the attention of the MAOF HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMEMT. Please do not fax the application, as we need the original for processing. Only originals will be accepted.

In the space provided for work experience please be sure to give the name of each employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and salary history. If additional space is needed to list job experience, attach a second sheet to your application. This sheet must be in the same format as shown on the job application. "Work Experience" section (title, salary, employer, dates, etc.)

In order for your application to be accepted, you must provide the following documents:

  • Transcripts are REQUIRED when applying for the MAOF Head Start, Child Care and Pre-School programs,
  • Transcripts must also be submitted for any position that requires a Bachelor's degree or higher REQUIRED,
  • If applying for the position of Associate Teacher, Teacher, Head Teacher or Site Supervisor a copy of the Permit from the Commission of Teacher Credentialing is REQUIRED,
  • High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED,
  • Updated resume REQUIRED,
  • 2 letters of recommendation REQUIRED.


If you have met at least our minimum requirements for the position for which you are applying, or any other position we have open (even one you have not applied for), your application, resume and any other documents will be reviewed by the Personnel Assistant for processing. Your application will then be sent for review to the hiring Directors/Managers.

We ask that you please not call our office to check the status of your application, as we receive a large volume of phone calls every day. The Personnel Assistant will contact you and advise you if further information is required.

Thank you again for your interest in joining our organization!


APPLICATION:
Downloadable version



MAOF is a nondiscrimination equal employment opportunity employer and service provider. All job applicants and candidates shall receive equal consideration and treatment for employment and services. No person shall be denied employment or services because of race, sex, gender, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical handicap (including HIV and AIDS), mental/physical disability, medical condition, age marital status or sexual orientation.

Submitting an application does not guarantee an offer of employment. 09/04 CR

Job Openings:

Associate Teacher for Child Care or Pre-school

General Purpose:

To provide direct care, guidance and instruction to the children of the MAOF Pre-school/Child Care Program and to thereby insure a quality program which can be expected to promote the positive physical, mental, emotional, and social development of the child in a pleasant and rewarding learning atmosphere.

 

Requirements:

Must posses an Associate Teacher Permit or higher from the Commission of Teacher Credentialing
Fluent English/Spanish preferred

Minimum one (1) year of successful classroom experience

Sincere commitment to providing services to children and the community

Able to work cooperatively with all program staff, as well as diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, religious and cultural groups.

 

Responsibilities:

Prepares lesson plans and materials according to the general program, outline or theme, and in accordance with contractual guidelines and prescribed procedures. Lessons should include but not limited to activity areas of dramatic play, science, math, art, music, language, nutrition, fine and gross motor.

Conducts initial, interim, and final assessments of children development, and documents of Individual Education Plans for each child. Conducts parent conferences on a scheduled basis for the purpose of communicating to the parents’ needs and progress of their child. Provides documentation on the results for meetings and conferences.

Assist in the supervision and on-the-job training and performance of assigned aides, paraprofessional personnel, student teachers, and volunteers and schedules activities for the same.

Other duties as assigned.


Open until filled 

 



Director of Finance

General Purpose:

Responsible for all segments of the accounting functions for MAOF.  Responsible for accounting controls, budget, and financial reporting to satisfy informational requirements for the President/Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, agency management and funding agencies.  Participates in upper level management activities, meetings, and planning sessions.

 

Requirements:

Minimum CPA, Masters of Business Administration preferred

Five years experience in Accounting or related field, including two years in a managerial capacity.  Non-profit experience with knowledge of public and private funding streams a plus

Background and experience in nonprofit management. Strong accounting and managerial skills

Strong computer experience in accounting and spreadsheet applications required; working knowledge of NAVISION accounting software a plus.

Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills

Work may include evenings and weekends

 

Responsibilities:

Supervises and develops Fiscal Services staff

Oversee all segments of the general accounting function, including the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers of the Agency, preparation of operating and financial statements, reconciliation of accounts, fixed asset control and depreciation, and accrual to meet anticipated liabilities. Responsible for maintaining accurate records of all financial activities within the agency.

Responsible for developing methods and procedures for the preparation of overall Agency and departmental budgets

In conjunction with the President/Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for the preparation of  the general Agency operating budget

Performs related duties as assigned.

Salary: DOE. Open until filled.



Teacher Assistant for Child Care or Pre-school Program

General Purpose:

To assist in the instruction and care of the children and to provide for adequate adult supervision of children.

 

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED.

Six (6) units in Early Childhood Development.

Minimum of 1 year paid experience working with pre-school children.

Must pass pre-employment Health Screening.

Bilingual (Spanish / English) required.

 

Responsibilities:

Assists teacher in the implementation of safety rules and supervises the children’s activities in order to insure their safety.

Helps develop the social learning and physical skills of the children.

Assists in conducting individual and small and large group activities.

Assists in implementing the programs curriculum, philosophy, policies and regulations.

Attends staff meetings, conferences, workshops, in-service training, and parents meetings as assigned

Takes all reasonable precautions to insure the safety of the children and insures that children are supervised at all times.

Performs related duties as assigned.

 
Open until filled.



Senior Accountant

General Purpose:

The Senior Accountant will be directly responsible for financial accounting, reporting and analysis, and budget monitoring, analysis, and reporting for various Child Development Contracts. The Senior Accountant will also assist in program specific audits as well as preparation of audit schedules

 

Requirements:

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum of three (3) years experience in Accounting or related field

Minimum two (2) years Non-profit experience (knowledge of public and private funding streams a plus). Strong accounting skills.

Strong computer experience in accounting and spreadsheet applications required; working knowledge of NAVISION accounting software a plus

Work may include evenings and weekends

 

Responsibilities:

Assist and assure that the financial operations of MAOF Programs are in compliance with State Funding Terms and Conditions

Assist and assure that internal accounting and administrative control procedures are established to ensure funding source requirements are met

Develop and maintain reliable financial records in order to prepare financial statements and accountability of asset

Prepare monthly invoices for program reimbursement including projected expenditures

Monitor and prepare audit worksheets, reconciliation’s, and financial statements, including various reports to federal, state, and other agencies as well as for internal accounting operations

Performs related duties as assigned.

 
Salary: 45,000-55,000. Open until filled.





EEOC Disclosure
MAOF is a nondiscrimination equal employment opportunity employer and service provider. All job applicants, clients and program participants, guests and employees shall receive equal consideration and treatment for employment and services. No person shall be denied employment or services because of race, sex, gender, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical handicap (including HIV and AIDS), mental/physical disability, medical condition, age, marital status or sexual orientation.