Associate Teacher (Early Childhood Teacher II)

Texas A; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-San Antonio, within the College of Education and Human Development, seeks a staff member to plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and supervise children in various settings. The role emphasizes family communication, documentation, and collaboration with Educare SA staff.

The position requires a high school diploma, with two years of college education and CDA preferred. Applicants should be prepared to meet training deadlines and participate in professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of education from an accredited college or university.
• CDA Certification or ability to obtain within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Observe, encourage, and supervise children in classroom and outdoors.
• Maintain attendance and classroom records; prepare observational reports.
• Communicate with families through newsletters and conferences.
• Assist with behavior management and conflict resolution.
• Adhere to policies and procedures and meet training deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Observation & documentation

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of education from accredited college

Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred

Job description

AgencyTexas A&M University - San AntonioDepartmentCollege Of Education And Human DevelopmentProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationSan Antonio, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionResponsibilities:Plans, prepares, and implements developmentally appropriate lessons based on curriculum and developmental guidelines.Interacts, observes, encourages, and supervises children in the classroom, outdoors, and during field trips.Delegates classroom responsibilities.Adheres to all policies and procedures.Determines individual needs of children in class.Prepares and maintains daily observational reports regarding significant individual and group behavior.Maintains daily attendance records, classroom records, and other documentation including portfolios of children’s work.Resolves conflicts or difficulties with children or parents.Provides conference times with parents periodically or as requested.Establishes and maintains good communication with families through weekly lesson plans, monthly newsletters, and parent/teacher conferences.Meets all training deadlines.Submits required documentation, such as lesson plans, daily reports and newsletters by due dates.Develops and implements programming assuring the appropriate cognitive, effect, and psychomotor development of children.Assists with the designs and implementation of research projects.Participates in ongoing professional development activities and specialized training to increase knowledge and skills in designated program area.Actively engages early childhood students in the learning process through powerful interactions, participating as partners in play, and supporting and extending learning by interacting at eye-level. Works with Educare SA staff and parents to address the needs of the whole child, including emotional, academic, physical, social, and nutritional needs.May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, and assist non-ambulatory students.Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.Education and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.Two years of related experience.Preferred Education and Experience:Two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university.Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment or at least twelve (12) hours of college credit in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university.Demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.Preferred Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:Infant and Child CPR, First Aid Certification, or the ability to be certified within 60 days of employment.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Applicant Instructions:Please make sure to provide the following documents:Cover LetterResume / CVProfessional ReferencesFor detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.htmlSummary of Employee Benefits:www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdfTexas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at [phone].All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.