Assistant Teacher- Part Time (2 positions available)

Department Summary

The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher works with an Assistant Professor of Instruction/ Early Childhood Teacher in a classroom teaching and caring for the daily needs and education of young children. They model appropriate practice for ECEE Teacher Candidates and communicate about the classroom and children. They build relationships with families and communicate with them daily.

• Teach and care for young children following developmentally appropriate practices, Early Learning Content Standards and licensing rules. Plan and coordinate activities to meet children's developmental and educational needs. Model appropriate practices for ECEE Teacher Candidates.
• Full responsibility of the classroom for 2 hours per day and any time in the absence of the Assistant Professor of Instruction (Teacher). This includes planning and implementing classroom routines and activities as well as communication with families and ECEE Teacher Candidates.
• Beyond working directly with children, they share responsibilities with Assistant Professor of Instruction to complete documentation for licensing and accreditation. They support the Assistant Professor of Instruction with curriculum, twice-yearly family teacher conferences and reports and may work on other classroom or Center needs aligning with their interests and skills. They also are responsible for completing required licensing training and participating in ongoing professional development as determined by the Center director.

Position Profile

Provides care and education to children. Provides support and communication to families. Supervises educational program activities and operations.