Teaching Assistant

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Job Posting Title:

LSU Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool Teaching Assistant: Infant/Toddler & Preschool Programs

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM HSE - ED - LSUPre - Infant and Toddler Programs (Laura Garcia Sweet (00074209), Kamille Watson (00081335))

Work Location:

1001 Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

College of Human Sciences & Education

Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool

Teaching Assistant - Hourly

Summary

The Teaching Assistant is responsible for assisting in the care and education of a group of children. Assumes the responsibilities of the Lead Teacher in the absence of the Lead Teacher.

35% Teaching Responsibilities: Assist with implementing the daily program under the direction of the Lead Teacher.

•Assist with carrying out planned DAP activities for students in a safe, creative, and inviting learning environment.
• Assist with routines/transitions consistently and effectively.

• Assist in the preparation of the learning environment so it is ready upon arrival, which includes rotating learning materials when appropriate.

• Maintains a clean and orderly physical environment; Assist with planning the physical room arrangement that is conducive to optimal growth and development of student; Uses appropriate guidance strategies that contribute to a positive classroom environment; Participates in activities with children; Reinforces positive behavior and speaks with children using positive phrases and tone.
 

35% Planning, Documentation, and Assessment Responsibilities: Collaborate with Lead Teacher to plan activities for parent involvement.

• Assist with planning with intentionality that’s based upon students’ interests, development needs and culture using the Reggio Emilia philosophy.

• Assist with capturing documentation for students' TSGold Portfolio.

• Assist with conducting assessments on children’s growth and development

15% Communication Responsibilities: Collaborate with lead teacher to form partnerships with families.

• Remains tactful when discussing children.

• Collaborate with lead teacher to maintain open communication (verbally and written) with parents of each child in order to better foster the growth and development of their children. Assist with completing Family Conference Forms for Fall and Spring.

• Collaborate with lead teacher to respond to families in a timely manner utilizing the school wide communication platform app. (ensuring that the communication is initiated by the lead teacher).

15% Professional Responsibilities: Bring any concerns regarding student behavior/academics to Lead Teacher, who is responsible for bringing to Admin.

• Collaborate with lead teacher and outside agencies to work on goals and objectives for individual
children. (Not applicable for all teaching staff, only those who worked with outside agencies)

• Attend required Professional Development days, as well as any other trainings deemed necessary by Admin that improves one's performance. Maintains confidentiality of children, parents, and fellow staff members.

• Knows and complies with the policies and procedures of the program and university.

• Accepts feedback from supervisors and uses it to improve job performance.

• Appropriately shares information with other staff members, parents, visitors, and observers.

• Other duties as assigned.
 

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma

A Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in preschool or infant/toddler specialization or An Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate must be obtained within three years of the official start date. Failure to comply may result in termination.

Associate's Degree or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field can substitute for the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in preschool or infant/toddler specialization or Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate.

LSU is dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individuality. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications as listed but has substantial experience in the key job responsibilities, we encourage them to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education
Two years experience

Preferred Certifications

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in preschool or infant/toddler specialization or An Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate

Additional Information:
Must be able to sit on the floor, stoop, kneel, crouch and stand for extended periods of time. Capable of lifting, holding children and/or items that weigh 20 to 40 lbs or more and possibly to different parts of the building on occasion. Must be capable of completing daily housekeeping tasks (sweeping, removing trash, washing materials and food preparation).Must perform pre-employment physical and drug screen.

This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex. Must comply to Department of Education criminal background check and fingerprinting and a LSU background check. Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.

Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Attach cover letter, résumé, professional references. Must be able to pass a satisfactory background screening. For additional questions regarding the job duties and salary contact Tammy Lee at [email protected].

Posting Date:

July 9, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 5, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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