Day Care Teacher's Assistant

Rutgers University; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Day Care Teacher's Assistant to support the daycare teacher in nurturing and educating toddlers. This role involves planning engaging activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, and maintaining a structured environment. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive atmosphere. Join a vibrant community that values every child's unique background and experiences, and help shape the future of young learners in a supportive and enriching environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 15 credits in early childhood development required.
• One year of experience in a licensed daycare center is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily planning and execution of program activities.
• Engage children in activities and maintain their welfare and safety.
• Oversee classroom operation in the absence of the teacher.

Skills

Effective Communication

Client Service Skills

Data Recording

CPR/First Aid Certification

Education

High School Diploma

15 Credits in Early Childhood Development

Child Development Associate Credential

Job description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 11/22/2024. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title: Day Care Teacher's Assistant

Job Category: AFSCME 1761 (COLT)

Department: SAS - Psychology-Child Study

Overview

The School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers–New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school.

SAS promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Day Care Teacher’s Assistant for the Child Development Center within the School of Arts and Sciences. This position will support the daycare teacher in carrying out the daily responsibilities of caring for and teaching a classroom of toddlers.

Key Duties

• Assists with the daily planning and execution of all program activities.
• Contributes to the formulation of weekly lesson plans.
• Carries out in the classroom and playground, the daily schedule is adhered to.
• Engages children in activity and conversation on a continual, daily basis.
• Handles the welfare, health, and safety of all children at the school.
• Takes primary responsibility for attendance, tracking, and diapering (where applicable) and corresponding records, and maintaining diapering supplies inventory.
• Enforces safety guidelines where necessary. All children are supervised in accordance with state licensing rules.
• Demonstrates knowledge of licensing guidelines pertaining to illness and general supervision.
• Maintains necessary attendance and daily care and contact forms for children.
• Assumes responsibility for overseeing student instruction and classroom operation in the absence of the teacher.
• Works under the guidance and supervision of the Daycare Teacher and report to the Executive Director Child Development Centers.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school/vocational school diploma and either 15 credits in early childhood development and education, a Child Development Associate credential (CDA), Certified Child Care Professional certificate (CCP), or other recognized endorsement.
• One year of hands-on experience in a preschool classroom in a New Jersey licensed day-care center.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must obtain certification in CPR/First Aid within six months of employment.
• The ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must have effective client service skills.
• In accordance with New Jersey state law, applicants must agree to undergo and authorize the university to conduct fingerprint, criminal history and/or child abuse record checks with various law enforcement agencies.
• Applicants must also assume any costs incurred by the university associated with the background investigations.
• In accordance with state mandated requirements, a Mantoux test will be administered to successful applicants to verify the absence of tuberculosis.
• The successful applicant will be required to be inoculated against Hepatitis B, unless the successful applicant waives this vaccination in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA).
• Prefer certification through Child Development Associate credential training and/or New Jersey Alternate Route to Teacher Certification program.
• Experience with implementing Creative Curriculum GOLD.
• Experience with implementing ITERS.
• Experience with administering ASQ developmental ratings.
• Experience working with 2-year-olds.
• Toddler experience within past 3 years.
• Current membership with NJ Workforce Registry.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be physically able to handle the duties encountered by a daycare worker: lifting children onto diapering table, chasing after them in the playground, sitting down on the floor/getting up from the floor for extended periods of time throughout the day to engage with children.
• Will be expected to change diapers and assist in toilet training of young children.
• Must be patient and gentle with children and demonstrate patience and tolerance for adults and college students who depend on the incumbent to be a role model.
• Must be able to remain calm and collected in high-pressure situations.
• Will be expected to participate in outdoor activities daily, in all types of weather.
• Must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.
• Caring for children can be stressful and physically demanding.

Special Conditions

• The successful applicant will work with children under the age of 2.5 years and must demonstrate completed training specific to the Infant and Toddler age group.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 24ST2677

Posting Open Date: 11/14/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 11/22/2024. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.