Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood Teacher I

Job Title

Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood Teacher I)

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

College Of Education And Human Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Interacts, initiates, encourages, and supervises the children in daily activities.
• Assists in orienting, supervising, and working collaboratively with classroom teacher aides.
• Develops a cooperative and supportive attitude within the room.
• Trains classroom assistants so that management is consistent.
• Maintains a safe, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment by changing play areas bi-monthly, cleaning toys and equipment weekly, and checking for hazards daily.
• Assists in record keeping by assisting in observations regarding children’s health, behavior, and development.
• Assists in planning activities for the assigned group and offers suggestions and information about the children.
• Assists in addressing concerns or solving problems with children and parents.
• Participates in ongoing professional development activities and specialized training to increase knowledge and skills in designated program areas.
• Actively engages early childhood students in the learning process through powerful interactions, participating a partners in play, and supporting and extending learning by interacting at eye-level.
• Assists teacher in maintain discipline, supervision of students, and uses guidance strategies appropriate for young children.
• Works with Educare SA staff and parents to address the needs of the whole child, including emotional, academic, physical, social, and nutritional needs.
• May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, and assist non-ambulatory students.
• Maintains open communication with parents.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
  

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No prior experience required.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Forty-eight (48) hours of college credit from an accredited college or university.
• Child Development Association (CDA) Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• At least twelve (12) hours of college credit in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development phases and teaching techniques.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Infant and Child CPR, First Aid Certification, or the ability to be certified within 60 days of employment.

Applicant Instructions: 

Please make sure to provide the following documents: 

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV 
• Professional References

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link: 

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html ​  

Summary of Employee Benefits: 

www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities. 

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.  If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058. 

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.