Teaching Assistant

University of New Hampshire

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teaching Assistant (TA) position at the University of New Hampshire's Child Study and Development Center (CSDC) supports the center's mission to provide high-quality early childhood education through active supervision, curriculum support, family interaction, and classroom operations and organization. Teaching Assistants work collaboratively with lead teachers, assistant directors, and other staff members to ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days of hire.
NH ProSolutions Health and Safety Training Program completion within 7 days of hire.
Exhibit a positive and proactive attitude in all interactions with children, families, and staff.
Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and adaptability in a dynamic classroom setting.
Foster a collaborative spirit while prioritizing the safety and well-being of children.
Comprehensive federal background check and NH background check. Additionally, any interstate background checks for states in which you have resided in within the past five (5) years or currently reside in, if not in NH.
Documentation of a recent physical and up-to-date immunizations.
Provide a copy of an unofficial transcript.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with young children in a group setting.
9 college credits focused on early childhood education, education, human development and family studies, or a related field as defined by NH Child Care Licensing Rules.

Responsibilities

Facilitate children’s activities and play, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
Model appropriate behavior for children and demonstrate flexibility and initiative by moving to areas of need within the classroom.
Provide supervision for children during daily routines, including toileting/diapering, dressing, and transitions.
Prepare and organize materials for classroom activities as directed by the lead teacher.
Assist with implementing planned activities and adapting to children’s needs.
Participate in curriculum documentation, observing and recording children’s learning experiences when requested.
Welcome families into the classroom with a warm, professional demeanor, building positive relationships while deferring assessment or developmental discussions to the permanent teaching team.
Complete routine paperwork and daily tasks, such as snack and lunch preparation, cleaning, and maintaining a tidy, safe learning environment.
Contribute to the upkeep of classroom resources and materials.
Collaborate with the assistant director and classroom teachers to meet the needs of the center, including potential changes in classroom assignments.
Provide primary supervision for a group of children as needed.
Open or close the classroom when required.
Take on tasks aligned with licensing and accreditation standards, depending on experience.