Assistant Teacher (University Child Development Center)

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution seeks an Assistant Teacher at the University Child Development Center in Pittsburgh. This role involves working with children from six weeks to five years and collaborating with head and associate teachers to foster a positive learning environment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least one year of experience working with young children. Responsibilities include supporting classroom activities, maintaining safety, and regular communication with families. Candidates must complete required clearances prior to employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of verified experience with young children.
• Must have background clearances before employment.
• Maintaining professional development hours.

Responsibilities

• Support head and associate teachers in daily activities.
• Prepare activities for children's development.
• Maintain a safe learning environment.
• Guides student and temporary workers.

Skills

Experience with young children

Collaboration skills

Communication with families

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Teacher (University Child Development Center)

Job Description (26000439)

Assistant Teacher (University Child Development Center)

University Child Development Center - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26000439)

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.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.