Federal Work Study Student - Tender Tech: Pre-School Student Assistant

Georgia Department of Revenue • Griffin, GA

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Crescent Technical College has an exciting opportunity for energetic, compassionate, and aspiring Early Childhood Education professionals to gain valuable experience and industry insight as a Community Work Study Pre-School Student Assistant. The eligible candidate will provide classroom support under the supervision of qualified Head Start staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program at Southern Crescent Technical College.

Nice To Haves

• Federal Work-Study eligible student enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program at Southern Crescent Technical College.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, and sit regularly and lift items up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with young children, families, and classroom staff.
• Must successfully complete all required facility orientation, health, safety, confidentiality, and child development training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with preparing classroom materials, implementing daily lesson plans, organizing learning centers, and supporting developmentally appropriate educational activities.
• Assist classroom staff in maintaining a safe learning environment by actively monitoring children during classroom activities, transitions, playground activities, meals, and rest periods.
• Assist classroom staff in guiding young children through daily routines, including handwashing, meals and snacks, toileting and diapering procedures, and nap or rest periods, in accordance with facility policies, required training, and supervisor direction.
• Encourage positive peer interactions, sharing, appropriate behavior, and age-appropriate conflict resolution among children.
• Perform classroom-related housekeeping duties as assigned, including preparing and cleaning classroom materials and assisting with snack and lunch preparation and clean-up.
• Assist classroom staff with age-appropriate documentation and preparation of materials related to children’s classroom activities and developmental progress. All direct communication with parents or guardians regarding a child’s development, behavior, or progress must be conducted or approved by designated classroom staff.
• Attend staff meetings, orientation sessions, training, and other work-related functions as required for student workers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED