Assistant Teacher (University Child Development Center)

About the role

Serves as a support to Head and Associate Teachers in a child development center, preparing activities and guiding staff.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Head Teacher in planning and implementing a child development program for a class of children.
• Acts as supervisor when Head Teacher and Associate Teacher are not in the classroom.
• Maintains a safe classroom environment conducive to learning and engagement.
• Guides student and temporary workers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Two years of verified experience with young children OR 15 credits in a human service field and one year of verified experience with young children.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to traverse over rough or uneven surfaces, bend, stoop, and traverse space quickly.
• Must maintain 12 hours of professional development annually.
• Maintain all DHS, NAEYC, Keystone STARS requirements.
• Attend all five professional development days at UCDC annually.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively with children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a safe and engaging classroom environment.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, and PA Child Abuse History Clearance required.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

M-F 7:30-5:30 (37.5 hours varied schedule)