Assistant Teacher (Annualized/School Year)

City of San Antonio

San Antonio (TX)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 38,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking an Assistant Teacher for the Pre-K 4 SA program at Education Centers. Under immediate supervision, you will assist a classroom teacher in planning and implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of four-year-old students.

You will help prepare materials, monitor progress, participate in staff development, and support classroom routines and safe supervision of students.

Qualifications

Forty-eight hours of college credit from an accredited college or university.
CDA credential OR twelve college hours in Education or Childhood Development.

Responsibilities

Assists teacher with implementation of high quality early childhood curriculum.
Assists in planning and preparing learning environment and materials.
Observes student progress and communicates with the classroom teacher.
Participates in ongoing professional staff development activities.
Prepares, adapts, and delivers instruction in groups and individually.
Interacts with children to engage in play and extend learning.
Maintains a clean, organized learning environment.
Assists with supervision and discipline as appropriate for young children.
Supports bus duties and maintains open communication with parents.

Skills

Early childhood education knowledge

Classroom management

Education

Forty-eight (48) hours of college credit

CDA credential or 12 college hours in Education/Childhood Development

Job description

Job Summary

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for assisting a classroom teacher in planning and implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of four-year-old students enrolled in the City's Pre-K 4 SA program at the Education Centers. Assists the teacher with classroom preparation and daily growth and development of students. Exercises no supervision.

This position is funded by sales tax that has been approved by the citizens of San Antonio for a limited time period. This position, therefore, is subject to at-will employment status, is unclassified, and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.

Work Location

Varies depending on the needs of the department.

Work Hours

7:10 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.; Monday - Friday. Schedule may vary based on departmental needs.

This position will require working 217 days a year (inclusive of 13 holidays) for a total of 1,736 hours annually.

Essential Job Functions

Assists teacher with implementation of high quality early childhood curriculum.
Assists in planning and preparing learning environment and preparing needed materials and supplies.
Observes student's progress and communicates with classroom teacher.
Participates in ongoing professional and staff development activities.
Prepares, adapts and delivers instruction to students in groups and individually.
Actively interacts with children, engaging in powerful interactions, participating as partners in play, supporting and extending learning.
Assists in maintaining a clean and organized learning environment.
Assists teacher in maintaining discipline, supervision of students, and uses guidance strategies appropriate for young children.
Assists with duties and supervision on the bus.
Maintains open communication with parents. Builds relationships with students to create a positive, safe, and welcoming school culture.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 35 pounds, visual acuity, speech, and hearing; hand and eye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting on the floor, standing, bending, reaching, stooping, and engaging in movement activities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are in a classroom environment. Special education teachers may be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint and assist non-ambulatory students.

Job Requirements

Forty-eight (48) hours of college credit from an accredited college or university.
Child Development Associate Certification (CDA) or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment OR Twelve (12) of the forty-eight (48) hours of college credit in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university.

Please attach transcripts, resume, and CDA or relevant certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working with young children in a private, charter, public school, or daycare setting.
Ability to pass DFPS (Texas Department of Family Protective Services) background check.
Bilingual in English & Spanish.

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of early childhood education.
Knowledge of child development.
Knowledge of child behavior management.
Knowledge of safe and appropriate activities for students.
Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing associated software.
Skill in use of classroom and instructional equipment.
Skill in organizing, planning and prioritizing work.
Skill in resolving conflicts and negotiating with others.
Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Ability to participate in current or long-range planning projects.
Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose best solution and solve problems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally.
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note

Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
Yes - Both Programs
No

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

Some High School
High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
None of the above

If you have college hours, Do you have at least 48 hours of college credits from an accredited college or university?

Yes, I have at least 48 college credits hours
I have some college hours, but are less than 48 credits hours
No, I do not have any college hours

How many years of experience do you have teaching in early childhood education?

I do not have experience teaching in early childhood education.
Less than one year
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 years
6 years
7 years
8 years
9 years
10 or more years

Do you have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR twelve (12) college hours in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university?

Yes, I have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
Yes, I have twelve (12) college hours in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university
No, I do not have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR twelve (12) college hours in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university

Briefly describe what you believe your teaching style is and some classroom management technique you have successfully utilized. If you do not have any relevant experience, respond "n/a".

Describe the experience you have working with school-age children and the types of programs/classes have you led. If you do not have any relevant experience, respond "n/a".

I understand that the Assistant Teacher (Annualized/School Year) position will require me to work 217 days a year (inclusive of 13 holidays) for a total of 1,736 hours annually.

Agree
Disagree

I acknowledge this position is funded by sales tax that has been approved by the citizens of San Antonio for a limited time period. This position, therefore, is subject to at-will employment status, and is unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.

I acknowledge

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.