Student Assistant Teacher - The Children's Program - CDRC - 528973

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

12d

About The Position

The Student Assistant Teacher works with the classroom teaching team. Provides a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 2 months to 5 years of age. Works closely with the lead classroom teacher in planning for, and managing, a classroom of children. Assumes the lead role with the children when the lead teacher is working with students, parents, administrators and/or faculty. Monitors and documents activities for the practicum students. Supervises the interns and substitute teachers. Models developmentally appropriate practices for the students observing and participating in the classroom. Maintains and supports a safe and healthy learning environment for all children in their care. Encourages each child’s creativity and curiosity. Keeps the lead teacher informed about significant communications, events or concerns involving the staff, lab students, or parents of children in the classroom. Communicates daily reports of the children‘s activities and/or behavior to the parents during pick up at the end of the day.

Requirements

Current University of Alabama undergraduate student.
At least 19 years of age.
Experience with young children (birth to 8 years old).
TB Skin test required (no less than 6 months prior to working).

Nice To Haves

College coursework completed in human development, child development, early childhood, and/or elementary education.
Reliable transportation.
Availability within class schedule to work within the CDRC hours (Monday - Friday 8:45am to 5:30pm).

Responsibilities

Provides a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 2 months to 5 years of age.
Works closely with the lead classroom teacher in planning for, and managing, a classroom of children.
Assumes the lead role with the children when the lead teacher is working with students, parents, administrators and/or faculty.
Monitors and documents activities for the practicum students.
Supervises the interns and substitute teachers.
Models developmentally appropriate practices for the students observing and participating in the classroom.
Maintains and supports a safe and healthy learning environment for all children in their care.
Encourages each child’s creativity and curiosity.
Keeps the lead teacher informed about significant communications, events or concerns involving the staff, lab students, or parents of children in the classroom.
Communicates daily reports of the children‘s activities and/or behavior to the parents during pick up at the end of the day.