Assistant Teacher Part-Time

Dickinson; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a dedicated Assistant Teacher to support daily activities in a vibrant children's center. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while pursuing a Child Development Associate credential. The ideal candidate will assist in creating a positive learning environment, ensuring the safety and care of children, and promoting growth and development. Join a community that values diversity and is committed to providing enriching experiences for children. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in education while making a meaningful impact on young lives.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Generous time off

Parental leave

Homebuyer assistance

Tuition benefits

Retirement account contributions

Qualifications

• Must enroll in CDA credential within three months of hire.
• 1 year documented experience with children required for promotion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily program activities for assigned groups.
• Ensure safety and care of children in the classroom.

Skills

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.

Dickinson College offers full time employees a broad range of benefits including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.

In our ongoing efforts to support the health of our community, Dickinson College strongly encourages all members of the campus community to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Position Information

Posting Number: S01665

Position Title: Assistant Teacher Part-Time

Position Type: Non-exempt

Division: Finance and Administration

Department: Children's Center

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Assists in the implementation of daily program activities in assigned group(s). The candidate will be hired as an aide, agree to be enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within three months of hire, while at the same time gaining valuable daily hands-on experience with children; after successfully completing the CDA courses and a minimum of 1 year documented experience with children, the employee will be promoted to an Assistant Teacher.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in the implementation of daily program activities in assigned group(s).
• May be required to work in different classrooms throughout the day.
• Understand and follow all center guidelines and policies including Department of Human Services and accreditation entity policies and regulations.
• Responsible for the safety and care of children in assigned group.
• Support the philosophy of DCCC both at work and within the community.
• Assist in maintaining an attractive, orderly, and cheerful classroom environment that promotes active growth, learning, and a positive atmosphere for all children and team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:
High School Diploma or GED. Must agree to be enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within three months of hire, while at the same time gaining valuable daily hands-on experience with children; after successfully completing the CDA courses and a minimum of 1 year documented experience with children, the employee will be promoted to an Assistant Teacher.

A valid Driver's License is required. Employees (operators) must have been in possession of a valid operator’s license for not less than three (3) years and the license must have been in good standing without interruption during that time period.

Successful candidate will also be required to complete ACT 153 Clearance.

This position is considered "Emergency Staff." As such they may be required to report to work even when the college is closed or is operating under a delayed start.

EEO/Diversity Statement: The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents:

Dickinson College
P.O. Box 1773, Carlisle, PA 17013 | [phone]