Assistant Teacher

Texas Association of School Boards Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Association of School Boards Inc. seeks an Assistant Teacher for our infant classroom, where curiosity and gentle guidance shape early development. You will work under the Lead Teacher to supervise up to eight babies, provide nurturing care, and support daily routines with patience and enthusiasm.

The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice, teamwork, and a warm, playful environment. A CDA/AA/BA is a plus, with First Aid/CPR certification required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in a licensed childcare center.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• High school diploma required; CDA/associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Along with the Lead Teacher, supervise a group of up to 8 babies at all times.
• Provide loving care and playful interaction and positive guidance to help children meet developmental milestones.
• Support Lead Teacher in carrying out daily activities.
• Assist lead teacher in the daily care routine including diaper changing, bottle feeding, and serving meals and snacks.
• If you’re still reading, we’d love to meet you!

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Playful attitude

First Aid/CPR certification

Education

High school diploma

CDA

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Established in 1949, TASB has grown alongside Texas to meet the evolving needs of the school boards it serves.

Today, 500 employees work together to promote educational excellence for Texas public schoolchildren. TASB offers high-quality services that help 1,023 school districts operate more efficiently and effectively in serving more than 5.5million public school students statewide.

We feel privileged to work alongside talented team members who are passionate about putting people first and empowering local school district leaders. The TASB team is adaptable and responsive to the needs of our members.

Our culture is reflected in TASB Together, which guides the way we work and encouragesemployeesto learn, grow, and contribute in alignment with our TASB Mission:

The Texas Association of School Boards promotes educational excellence for Texas schoolchildren through the advancement of good governance, valuable learning experience for school leaders, and public school advocacy. We also provide high-quality services and programs to school districts – helping them operate more efficiently and effectively.

As part of its commitment to employee growth and development, TASB offers competitive pay and rich benefits, including a 2:1 match of retirement contributions up to 5% after one year, (which means that if you contribute 5% to the plan, TASB will contribute 10%), onsite daycare,onsite gym, wellness program, tuition reimbursement, remote and hybrid work options for certain roles, flexible schedules,and more.

Every role at TASB thoughtfully complements our commitment to supporting school boards and championing public education across Texas. If you consider your work exceptional and share the values that help TASB support school boards, keep reading!

About You

Are you a fun-loving, experienced early childhood educator who believes in the power of play and patience? We’re looking for an Assistant Teacher to join our infant classroom, where curiosity is constant and every day brings something new.

If you have two or more years of experience working with babies in a licensed childcare setting, a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice, and a calm, compassionate approach to infant care and guidance, we’d love to meet you.

At our center, you’ll be part of a supportive, playful team that values creativity, collaboration, and connections with both kids and coworkers. We offer great benefits and a culture that celebrates both milestones and silly socks.

A Typical Day

• Along with the Lead Teacher, supervise a group of up to 8 babies at all times
• Provide loving care and playful interaction and positive guidance to help children meet developmental milestones
• Support Lead Teacher in carrying out daily activities
• Assist lead teacher in the daily care routine including diaper changing, bottle feeding, and serving meals and snacks
• If you’re still reading, we’d love to meet you!

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Support a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with empathy, compassion and kindness.
• Ensure each child receives individual attention.
• Provide positive guidance to help children develop the ability to be self-disciplined.
• Support a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with empathy, compassion and kindness.

Skills For Success

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required. CDA, associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Two or more years of experience in a licensed childcare center.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

• Ability to engage with and manage a group of up to 8 infants in a developmentally appropriate manner, patience, flexibility, and desire to play and have fun.
• Ability to stoop, bend, and walk while carrying a child up to 40lbs.
• Must be able to change a child and attend to child’s needs at a changing table and assure the child’s safety and security while on the changing table.
• Must be able to lead emergency evacuation procedures with ease. This includes lifting/loading 3-4 infants into a crib with wheels and rolling the crib outdoors to safety area.
• Must be able to tolerate the typical sounds of a classroom, i.e. babies crying, laughter, and active play.
• Ability to put infants onto the buggy and take them outdoors for walk, which includes pushing the buggy.

The TASB Difference

• Enjoy competitive pay and rich benefit offerings.
• Be part of a collaborative environment where every contribution impacts Texas public schoolchildren.
• Thrive in a culture that promotes bringing your whole self to work every day and emphasizes healthy boundaries and work-life balance.
• Learn and grow individually and together through frequent professional development, wellness seminars, and more.
• Work alongside transparent leaders with an open and consistent feedback approach.
• Celebrate as a team with meaningful (and fun) events and tokens of appreciation throughout the year.

Posting Notices

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• The health and safety of our employees and members is our top priority.
• The Association is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an individual based on any of the following personal characteristics protected by law: race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including in relation to marital status, pregnancy, pay, sexual orientation or gender identity), age, disability, genetics or veteran status.
• This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.
• Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check.