Assistant Teacher

Georgetown University

Washington

On-site

USD 26,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

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Disability and life insurance

Tuition assistance

Work-life balance benefits

Employee discounts

Voluntary insurance options

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks an Assistant Teacher for the Georgetown Law Early Learning Center located on campus near Capitol Hill. You will create a nurturing, responsive learning environment and implement developmentally appropriate activities while complying with policies.

The role requires collaboration with families and staff, safety focus, and adherence to licensing and university guidelines. On-campus position with prior child care experience preferred and First Aid/CPR certifications

Qualifications

CDA or higher in early childhood education or related field.
Associate degree or higher in any subject area; or
High school diploma with 60 credit hours in any subject area; or
State OSSE-approved CDA-equivalent certificate.

Responsibilities

Implement developmentally appropriate education activities and nurturing care.
Create and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
Build relationships with families and collaborate with the GLELC team.
Ensure compliance with Georgetown University, OSSE, and related policies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Reliability

Child care knowledge

Education

CDA

Associate degree

High school diploma + 60 credits

State OSSE certificate equivalent

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

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Job Overview

Assistant Teacher, Georgetown Law Early Learning Center – Georgetown University.

The Assistant Teacher creates a nurturing, responsive, and engaging learning environment; implements sound early childhood practices and developmentally appropriate activities, ensures healthy and safe spaces, and complies with Georgetown, OSSE, and other policies and regulations. This position is located, just a few blocks from the U.S. Capitol, on the campus of Georgetown Law.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Implements developmentally- and age-appropriate education activities and nurturing care
Creates and maintains a safe and healthy environment
Builds relationships with families
Works collaboratively as a member of the GLELC team.
Complies with statutory, regulatory, licensing, and policy requirements

Work Interactions

Georgetown Law Early Learning Center (GLELC) helps to support the University’s mission by addressing the need for the early education and care of the young children of faculty, staff, and students.

This position reports to the Director of Georgetown Law Early Learning Center. The position also interacts with university families that include student, faculty, and staff, alumni, and enrolled families from the greater metropolitan community.

Requirements and Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Child Development Associate (CDA); OR
Associate degree (or higher) in any subject area; OR
High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of at least 60 credit hours in any subject area; OR
High school diploma and a State-awarded certificate comparable to a CDA that is approved by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
Work collaboratively in a team and independently; build positive relationships; communicate clearly and effectively; demonstrate flexibility and reliability; exhibit respect, empathy, and care for the children and their families, colleagues, and other members of Georgetown University and the surrounding community
Criminal background check clearance, child protection registry clearance, drug and alcohol testing clearance, and any other requirements outlined by OSSE, Georgetown University, and relevant regulations

Must be able to:

lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Use a wide range of motion, including but not limited to, lifting, holding, and setting children down, sitting down and standing up, getting up off of and down onto the floor, moving quickly, walking, running, hopping, dancing, pushing, pulling, and bending.
Work at least two hours daily outside in temperatures between 32 and 90 degrees in a variety of weather conditions such as, sunny, cloudy, overcast, and ground conditions that are dry, damp, wet, or snowy.
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification, trainings, and other certification, are required within 30 days of employment.

Continuing qualifications during employment

Background checks and alcohol and drug testing
Annual professional development (currently 21 hours)
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Preferred qualifications

Have earned at least one of the following:

Associate’s degree (or higher) in early childhood education, early childhood development, child and family studies or a closely related field
Two or more years as an assistant teacher in a licensed child development center
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, time management, flexibility, and communication skills.
Current Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projectedsalary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$18.40 - $27.09

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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