Associate Teacher (Early Childhood Teacher II)

Texas A&M _ San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Teacher (Early Childhood Teacher II) plans, prepares, and implements developmentally appropriate lessons based on curriculum and developmental guidelines. The role supports children’s cognitive, affective, psychomotor, emotional, academic, physical, social, and nutritional needs through classroom activities and interactions, including participating as a partner in play and extending learning through eye-level interactions. The teacher supervises and observes children in classrooms, outdoors, and on field trips; maintains attendance and classroom records, observational reports, portfolios, lesson plans, and newsletters; and communicates with families through lesson plans, newsletters, and conferences. The position also assists with research projects, participates in professional development, and performs related duties as required. It may involve lifting or positioning students with physical disabilities, physical restraint to control behavior, and assisting non-ambulatory students. Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume/CV, and professional references. All positions are security-sensitive and require a criminal history investigation. Employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the institution. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
Infant and Child CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to become certified within 60 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Two years of education from an accredited college or university.
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
At least 12 hours of college credit in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and implement developmentally appropriate lessons based on curriculum and developmental guidelines.
Interact with, observe, encourage, and supervise children in the classroom, outdoors, and during field trips.
Delegate classroom responsibilities and adhere to policies and procedures.
Determine the individual needs of children in the class.
Prepare and maintain daily observational reports about significant individual and group behavior.
Maintain attendance records, classroom records, and other documentation, including portfolios of children’s work.
Resolve conflicts or difficulties with children or parents.
Provide parent conference times periodically or as requested.
Maintain communication with families through weekly lesson plans, monthly newsletters, and parent/teacher conferences.
Meet training deadlines and submit required documentation, including lesson plans, daily reports, and newsletters, by their due dates.
Develop and implement programming that supports children’s cognitive, affective, and psychomotor development.
Assist with the design and implementation of research projects.
Participate in ongoing professional development and specialized training to increase knowledge and skills in the designated program area.
Engage early childhood students in learning through powerful interactions, participation as partners in play, and support and extension of learning through eye-level interactions.
Work with Educare SA staff and parents to address each child’s emotional, academic, physical, social, and nutritional needs.
As needed, lift and position students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, and assist non-ambulatory students.
Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.