Assistant Teacher Hands-On Early Childhood Mentor

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 17,900 - 25,494; Full time

Job summary

A public research university seeks an Assistant Teacher to provide a high-quality early childhood program. The role involves supervising activities, maintaining a safe classroom environment, and ensuring children's physical and emotional development. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s degree in education or a related field, with prior experience preferred. Work is fully on-site at the university's Chattanooga campus, offering a salary of $15.75/hour, and requires CPR and First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or equivalent combination of education and training.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise activities according to curriculum.
• Maintain orderly classroom environment.
• Provide first aid when necessary.
• Interact with parents during drop-off and pick-up.
• Participate in team meetings and ongoing training.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to administer medication

Ability to distinguish individual facial features

Ability to evacuate children swiftly

Ability to distinguish children's voices

Ability to climb playground equipment

Education

Associate’s degree in child development or early childhood education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

A public research university seeks an Assistant Teacher to provide a high-quality early childhood program. The role involves supervising activities, maintaining a safe classroom environment, and ensuring children's physical and emotional development. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s degree in education or a related field, with prior experience preferred. Work is fully on-site at the university's Chattanooga campus, offering a salary of $15.75/hour, and requires CPR and First Aid certifications.