"Teaching Assistant 12 Months, Kean Child Care Center, Child Care Access Means Parents in School Grant"

The Kean University Child Care and Development Center is a nationally accredited child care center inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach, a philosophy that emphasizes hands-on discovery-based learning. The Teacher's primary role is to reach every learner by respecting their learning process and guiding their interests through engaging learning experiences and interactions.

Under the supervision of the Director, the Teaching Assistant is responsible for assisting the classroom Teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate, child-centered program of activities that promotes the social-emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child through exploration and discovery. All practices must be consistent with guidelines put forth by the Kean University Child Care and Development Center, College of Education and NJ Preschool Teaching & Learning Standards.

This position requires a regular schedule of afternoon and evening hours, with flexibility in schedule required as needed. This is a grant funded position through the Child Care Access Means Parents in Schools (CCAMPIS) Grant. Continued employment is contingent upon continued grant funding.

This position is based at the Kean Child Care and Development Center located on the Union, New Jersey, Kean University campus.

Qualifications: Experience working with young children and families in a childcare/school or educational setting is required. Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) check, as well as subsequent checks per licensing requirements is also required. Candidate must have the ability to use a computer with basic proficiency and have strong oral and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications include: an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; minimum of 1-2-years of classroom teaching experience and experience with children with special needs; and current Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate with a Preschool or Infant/Toddler Endorsement.

In addition to undergoing a pre-employment physical and successfully completing background screening checks, this position also has physical requirements. These include: the ability to constantly move, stand, sit, bend and kneel for short and long periods of time, hand dexterity and the ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds; ability to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear to ensure children's health and safety and engage in physical activities with children; and the ability to work indoors and outdoors.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $41,416.30 - $46,877.02 (Steps 1-4). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.