Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Indiana State University; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug

Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF

TIAA Auto Enroll

Long Term Disability Coverage

Fee Waiver Program

Vacation

Convenience Day

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Vision Plan

Job summary

Indiana State University in Terre Haute, IN is hiring an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher for the Early Childhood Education Center. The role supports the classroom teacher, assists with curriculum, and helps maintain a developmentally appropriate environment for young children.

Typical schedule is 9:15–5:15, Monday–Friday (37.5 hours/week), with benefits including sick leave, retirement options, and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Education: Associate’s Degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school; Experience: 1-2 Years.
• Courses in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

Responsibilities

• Assists classroom teacher in all aspects of classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Engages with parents and other program stakeholders, ensuring effective communication.
• Completes required compliance item documentation, such as attendance and meal participation.
• In the absence of classroom teacher, assumes responsibility for daily operation and curriculum execution.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

About the Institution

Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.

Comments to Applicants

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Title

Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Department

Early Childhood Education Center

Work Schedule

9:15-5:15 M-F
37.5 hours weekly

Notice of Vacancy Number

26-00268

Desired Start Date

Open Date 11/09/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/23/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Job Category

Staff-Non-Exempt

Job Type

Staff - Full-Time

Pay Grade

5

Hourly Rate or Salary Range

$15.30/hr

Benefits Associated with this Position

• Sick Leave: Accrues at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.
• Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
• Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
• Public Employees Retirement Fund ( PERF ): The employee share of three (3) percent is paid by ISU . The employer ( ISU ) share is actuarially determined annually by the State of Indiana. There is no cost to the employee. A minimum of ten (10) years of service is required for PERF vesting. PERF has several investment options from which to choose. Note: For individuals who are receiving PERF Retirement, contributions may not be made.
• TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
• Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
• Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters.
• Vacation: Employee accrues 12-20 vacation days per year based upon years of service.
• Convenience Day: Employees have one per fiscal year to use.

Optional Benefits

• Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.
• Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.

Job Summary/Basic Function

Assist the classroom teacher in providing a developmentally appropriate setting for young children enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Center. In the absence of a classroom teacher, serve as the instructor who is primarily responsible for the assigned group of children.

Specific Responsibilities

Required Relevant Education & Experience

Education:High School diploma or GED ; Experience: 1-2 Years;Early Head Start, Child Care, Preschool

Required Field(s) of Study

Courses in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

Preferred Relevant Education and Experience

Education: Associate’s Degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school; Experience: 1-2 Years

Supervisory Responsibilities

Has authority or responsibility for the supervision of student workers or graduate assistants only.

Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Other

Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

First Aid and CPR

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Able to adapt to change, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Experience and knowledge in job related program, Willing to interact with students, Work effectively with a diverse community

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent guidance and behavior modification skills
Awareness of developmentally appropriate practices ( DAP )
Successful applicants will need to pass a 5 panel drug screen and national criminal history check before hire

Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA , Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.
No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU .

Position Reappointment Required

No

Job Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists classroom teacher in all aspects of classroom management and curriculum implementation. Interacts with children during all activity times. Assists with toileting and diapering as required for specific age group. Helps children develop habits of caring for own self as age appropriate. Maintains guidance and discipline. Serves meals and refreshments to children and regulates rest periods. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Engages with parents and other program stakeholders, ensuring effective
communication regarding daily occurrences. Communicates verbally, via
email, telephone, and program specific childcare app.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Completes required compliance item documentation, such as attendance,
meal participation ( CACFP ) in alignment with federal and state reporting requirements for licensed childcare.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In the absence of classroom teacher, assumes responsibility for daily
operation, including addressing student behavior, executing lesson plans
and curriculum components, and ensuring a safe and developmentally
appropriate environment for all children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Completes annual continuing education requirements, as outlined by NAEYC accreditation, Paths to Quality rating, and FSSA licensure.
Includes 20 clock hours of professional development ( online or face to face), annual recertification in CPR and First Aid, annual Civil Rights Compliance training ( CACFP ). Completes annual recertification in Child Abuse and Neglect and Safe Sleep practices as required by FSSA licensing, which is not included in the 20 hour PD count.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Documents

• Resume

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a minimum of a High School diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant work experience?
  • Yes
  • No