Classroom Assistant Teacher

MTSU Jobs•Murfreesboro, TN

About The Position

Assist lead teacher with carrying out the daily activities of the classroom, including leading and engaging children in small and large group activities, assisting with regular routine tasks such as toileting, preparing and assisting with snacks and lunch, and supervising children at all times. Share responsibility with lead teacher to promote children’s development in cognitive, physical, social emotional and self-help skills. Take full responsibility/lead for classroom activities and supervision/oversight when lead teacher's shift ends 1.5 hours each day and in the absence of the lead teacher.

Requirements

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) with 6 or more college credits in early education, child development or related field regarding the health, well-being or development of children and working with families; OR high school diploma/HSE with 6 or more college credits in the field of early childhood or family studies.
One year experience working with young children between birth to five years of age and or their families; OR one or more practicum/intern experiences working with children or their families in a home or community based setting/program.
Cover Letter & CV/Resume

Nice To Haves

Participation in state approved early childhood professional development program such as Tennessee Early Childhood Training Alliance CDA program
Participation in training or workshops on best practices and supporting children’s social and emotional development
One or more years of experience with children and their families from birth to age 5 in home or community-based settings
Child Development Associate (CDA) degree or commitment to complete coursework to earn CDA within first three years, if no certification or degree beyond high school diploma. Full funding available to pursue this degree.

Responsibilities

Assist lead teacher with carrying out the daily activities of the classroom
Leading and engaging children in small and large group activities
Assisting with regular routine tasks such as toileting
Preparing and assisting with snacks and lunch
Supervising children at all times
Share responsibility with lead teacher to promote children’s development in cognitive, physical, social emotional and self-help skills
Take full responsibility/lead for classroom activities and supervision/oversight when lead teacher's shift ends 1.5 hours each day and in the absence of the lead teacher.