Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

Delaware Technical Community College; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Delaware Technical Community College is seeking an Early Childhood Classroom Assistant to support teachers in implementing activities for children from infants to school-aged in their Child Development Center. This part-time position involves ensuring a safe environment and interacting positively with children and families while maintaining cleanliness and engaging in developmental activities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of College and program rules, child care regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Completion of relevant training and experience with preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning child development activities for classroom.
• Supervise children in self-care activities.
• Monitor safety of program environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of child behavior

Knowledge of personal hygiene practices

Ability to enforce rules

Education

High school diploma or GED

Child Development Credits

Job description

These positions are primarily in the afternoon 3- 5 days a week. Shift availability: M-F 12:30-5:30. (15 – 25 hrs./wk.) Flexibility required to meet scheduling needs of classroom(s). Some morning availability (7:30 – 12:30) to cover staff absences.

Salary $15.00/hour

Classification Information

Classification Title

Classification Title Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

Job Code

Job Code 5145 (FT), 5645 (PT)

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Position Pay Grade

Position Pay Grade B/C 05

Position Type

Summary Statement

An incumbent is responsible for assisting the Early Childhood Classroom Teacher in the planning and implementation of child development activities for a particular classroom in the campus Child Development Center.

Nature and Scope

An incumbent reports to the Child Development Center Manager and/or an Early Childhood Classroom Teacher. Incumbents are responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities, assisting in the supervision of the children including directing them in self-care activities, maintaining the cleanliness of supplies and equipment, and interacting with the children, staff, and their families. Ages of the children may range from infants to school-aged.

Principal Accountabilities

An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities:

1. Assists the Child Development Classroom Leader in the implementation of developmentally appropriate child development activities related to the following domains: cognitive, language, physical, and social emotional.

2. Assists with the supervision of the children, including directing them in self-care activities such as removing outer garments, eating, resting, toileting, etc.

3. Helps children develop habits of caring for their own clothing and picking up and putting away toys and books.

4. Monitors program environments for safety and corrects and/or reports any problems.

5. Interacts with staff, children, and their families.

6. Maintains the cleanliness of supplies and equipment and performs light housekeeping duties in the Center.

7. Plans, prepares, and/or serves meals and/or snacks as assigned.

8. Assists in the daily opening and closing of the Center.

9. Prepares and/or maintains written and electronic records as assigned.

10. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of College and program rules, child care regulations, and requirements.
Knowledge of child behavior and development.
Knowledge of child assessment strategies and tools.
Knowledge of personal hygiene practices and procedures.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to prepare and maintain written records.
Ability to enforce rules firmly, impartially, and effectively.
Ability to use sound judgment and remain calm when confronted with emergency situations.
Ability to distinguish and respond appropriately to inappropriate behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and general experience with childcare; or other equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Per DelaCare regulations—Successful completion of Training for Early Care and Education 1 and six months of experience working with children preschool age or younger in a group setting; successful completion of the traditional high school’s career pathway program in early childhood as recognized by the Office of Child Care Licensing; or successful completion of six (6) college/university credits (three (3) in early childhood education and three (3) in child development) and six (6) months of experience working with children preschool age or younger in a group setting.
Per DelaCare regulations—an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background check and a negative TB test are required of the final candidate prior to employment.
C.P.R. and First Aid Certificate must be obtained within two (2) months of hire.

Posting Number

Posting Number REG4670PO

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 05/21/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Unofficial Transcripts

First Letter of Reference

Second Letter of Reference

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Writing Sample

Curriculum Vitae

Other Document

Multi Media

Certificates

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