Assistant Teacher

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh's University Child Development Center is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support a diverse early childhood program serving children from six weeks to five years old.

The role assists Head and Associate Teachers with planning and implementing activities, supervising children, and communicating with families while supervising University students. A high school diploma/GED and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 30 credit hours in relevant education fields.
• GED plus 600+ hours of secondary training as described in §3270.31(c).
• GED plus 15 credits in relevant fields and 1 year of experience with children.
• GED plus completion of post-secondary training per §3270.31(c).
• GED plus 2 years of experience with children.

Responsibilities

• Supports head and associate teachers in a child development center.
• Prepares fine and gross motor activities for child development.
• Maintains a safe classroom conducive to learning and engagement.
• Guides student and temporary workers.

Education

High school diploma or GED and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field

High school diploma or GED, including 600 or more hours of secondary training as described in §3270.31(c)

High school diploma or GED, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in one of the above fields, and 1 year of experience with children

High school diploma or GED and completion of a post-secondary training curriculum described in §3270.31(c)

High school diploma or GED and 2 years of experience with children

Job description

Assistant Teacher (University Child Development Center)

University Child Development Center - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004879) The Assistant Teacher will work in an early childhood classroom at the University Child Development Center with children ranging in age from six weeks through five years of age. The position involves a collaborative effort in supporting the functions of the classroom under the supervision of a Head Teacher and an Associate Teacher. The Assistant Teacher is responsible for supporting daily activities and programming in the classroom, interaction with and supervising a group of children and maintaining daily communication with families. Some supervision of University students is required. Assistant Teachers are required to maintain 12 hours of professional development annually during their employment and maintain all DHS, NAEYC, Keystone STARS requirements. They are also required to attend all five professional development days at UCDC annually.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field
• High school diploma or GED, including 600 or more hours of secondary training as described in §3270.31(c)
• High school diploma or GED, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in one of the above fields, and 1 year of experience with children
• High school diploma or GED and completion of a post-secondary training curriculum described in §3270.31(c)
• High school diploma or GED and 2 years of experience with children

Job Summary

Supports head and associate teachers in a child development center. Prepares fine and gross motor activities for effective child development. Maintains a safe classroom conducive to learning and engagement. Guides student and temporary workers.

Essential Functions

The Assistant Teacher supports the Head Teacher in the planning and implementation of a child development program for a class of children. Incumbent may act as supervisor when the Head Teacher and Associate Teacher are not in the classroom.

Physical Effort

The work involves occasional, and at times sustained performance of heavier physical tasks such as traversing over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, traversing space quickly, and lifting and/or carrying 40-pound children. Work exposes the employee to potentially non disabling injuries or illnesses. Duties require regular exposure to the outside. Bloodborne and airborne pathogens present a potential hazard.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Assistant Teacher

Job Family

Child Development

Job Sub-Family

University Child Development Center

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years of Experience Required

1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

No

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification

Candidate must have a high school diploma/GED and two years of verified experience with young children OR a high school diploma/GED, 15 credits in a human service field and one year of verified experience with young children.

Work Schedule

M-F, 7:30-5:30 (varied shifts)

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Not Applicable