Part-time Assistant Teacher- With accrued PTO

Shenandoah University•Winchester, VA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Shenandoah University’s Child Care Center is hiring part-time substitute Assistant Teachers in Winchester, Virginia. The position assists the director, assistant director, teachers, and assistants with daily activities and classroom needs. Work schedules are flexible and based on staffing needs. Additional duties may include book orders, dishes, and laundry. The Assistant Teacher must maintain confidentiality in all classrooms and contribute an upbeat attitude. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have previous experience working with young children in a group childcare setting. The role requires effective oral and written communication, strong interpersonal and thinking skills, the ability to focus on multiple tasks and cope with high stress, and the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, use physical dexterity, and reach arms above the head. The employee must be willing to complete 16 annual in-service hours, receive CPR and First Aid training, and attend staff meetings. Application materials include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Applications are reviewed immediately and accepted until a qualified candidate is selected. A pre-employment background check and urine screening are required; a satisfactory driving record may also be required as a condition of hire. Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition of employment, and the university is not currently able to sponsor international visas.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have previous experience working with young children in a group childcare setting.
Have effective oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Have strong thinking skills and the ability to focus on multiple tasks and cope with high stress levels.
Maintain confidentiality.
Be able to lift at least 50 pounds, demonstrate physical dexterity, and reach arms above the head.
Be willing to receive 16 annual in-service hours and CPR and First Aid training, and attend staff meetings.
Provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Complete a pre-employment background check and urine screening; a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist the director, assistant director, teachers, and assistants with daily activities and classroom needs.
Work a flexible schedule based on staffing needs.
Complete book orders, dishes, and laundry as needed.
Maintain confidentiality in all classrooms.
Maintain an upbeat attitude.
Attend staff meetings and complete 16 annual in-service hours; receive CPR and First Aid training.