Teacher Assistant
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Teacher Assistant
Department
Children's Program - Group
Pay Type
Non Exempt
Appointment Type
(A) Continuing Part-Time
Hours Per Week
35
Number of weeks
48 weeks per year
other - # of weeks
48
Benefits Eligible
Full Benefits
Geographical Regional
Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement
Yes
Work Schedule
Job Description
Provide support to the classroom teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment.
Aids instructional efforts of the teacher and assists in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas.
General Duties and Responsibilities
- Help teacher in curriculum implementation of educational program
- Help with daily record keeping and appropriate reporting
- Help teacher evaluate children as appropriate
- Help teacher with case management
- Help teacher in planning future placements
- Maintain safe and organized physical environment for children
- Help in data collection for research projects as required
Duties in Relationship to Individual Children or in Groups
- Assist in daily set-up of classroom
- Aid in implementing the programs of the professional specialists
- Communicate effectively with team members
- Maintain regular communication with Program Director, Laboratory Coordinator and teachers
- Attend staff meetings when appropriate
- Attend in-service meetings as appropriate
- Maintain positive professional work environment
Duties in Relationship to Other Staff
- Participate in parent social and educational functions with other staff
- Conduct home visits when appropriate
- Discuss child’s program with parent and teacher when appropriate
- Participate in formal parent conferences when required by teacher
Duties in Relationship to College Students
- Help teacher in guiding college student classroom participation when appropriate
Education and Skills
Preferred Qualifications
High school degree required. Within four months of hire, the selected candidate must be designated as eligible to have unsupervised access to children in a child care center by the CT Commissioner of Early Childhood. One year working with preschool age children necessary
Physical Demands
- Lifting: (Must specify maximum weight and frequency, e.g., “Lifting up to 25 lbs frequently.”)
- Carrying: (Must specify maximum weight and frequency.)
- Pushing/Pulling: Exerting force to move objects or operate controls
- Fine Manipulation: Use of hands/fingers for tasks (e.g., keyboarding, grasping)
- Movement And Posture: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Bending/Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward at the waist, Kneeling: Resting on knees, Reaching: Extending arms and hands in any direction (Specify: Overhead/Below Shoulder).
Sensory And Communication
- Close Visual Acuity: Required for reading, computer work, and inspection
- Hearing: Required to distinguish speech and alarms
- Speaking/Talking: Required for communication and conveying instructions
Driving Required
No
Salary Range
$17.33
Note
Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity.
Applicant Credentialing
Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
11/13/2025
Applications accepted through
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?
Yes
No
Do you have a valid drivers license?
Yes
No
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?
Yes
No