Early Childhood Assistant: Curriculum Support & Care

San Jacinto College; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jacinto College – Central Campus seeks a Teacher's Assistant to support education of children aged six weeks to five years, applying current child development theories and practices. You will help develop curriculum, provide developmentally appropriate activities, and document progress to inform individualized lesson plans.

This on-site role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, AED/CPR/First Aid, and fingerprint background check. Preferred: AA/AS in Early Childhood.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of child development theories and NICHE standards (NAEYC/DAP)
• Requires ability to communicate with parents and colleagues
• Requires knowledge of TEKS for early childhood
• Requires background check and TB test
• Requires ability to prepare individualized lesson plans

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing curriculum and activities
• Observes and documents development; supports lesson planning
• Communicates with parents and colleagues in writing and verbally
• Collaborates with the Child Development/Early Childhood Education Department
• Maintains a safe classroom and conducts daily inspections
• Attends community functions and builds partnerships with families

Skills

Child development knowledge

Developmentally appropriate practices

TEKS knowledge

Communication with parents

College values

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AAS/AA in Early Childhood or related field

Job description

San Jacinto College – Central Campus seeks a Teacher's Assistant to support education of children aged six weeks to five years, applying current child development theories and practices. You will help develop curriculum, provide developmentally appropriate activities, and document progress to inform individualized lesson plans.

This on-site role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, AED/CPR/First Aid, and fingerprint background check. Preferred: AA/AS in Early Childhood.