Early Childhood Programs Instructional Assistant

Western New Mexico University; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Western New Mexico University is seeking an Early Childhood Programs Instructional Assistant on a part-time, on-campus basis. The role supports daily classroom activities, assists teachers, and ensures proper hygiene and safety for young children.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED; Spanish language ability is preferred. Responsibilities include materials prep, portfolio maintenance, and participation in program meetings.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort, assist, and instruct children on personal hygiene.
• Supervise playground activities.
• Plan and supervise meals and snacks for children.
• Clean and organize classroom areas and materials; sanitize as needed.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and prepare materials.
• Maintain student portfolios and files.
• Attend department and staff meetings.

Skills

Child supervision

Classroom management

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Early Childhood Programs Instructional Assistant

Position Title: Early Childhood Programs Instructional Assistant

Position Classification: Staff

Employment Type: Part-Time

Benefits: Part-Time (Less than 30 hours) Not Benefitted

Department: Early Childhood Program

Summary

Assists in provision of daily classroom activities of the Early Childhood Programs in compliance with established state and national accreditation standards.

Duties

• Escorts, assists, and instructs children regarding personal hygiene practices.
• Assists and supervises playground activities.
• Assists plan and supervise meals, snacks, and refreshments to children.
• Cleans and organizes classroom areas, toys and equipment. Performs all necessary sanitizing and hygiene care both routinely and as needed for young children.
• Assists teachers to prepare for classroom activities.
• Makes copies and prepares project materials.
• Participates in a variety of department and staff meetings for discussion of concerns and program requirements.
• Helps to maintain student portfolios and files.
• Adheres to the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Background

High School diploma or GED. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Job Knowledge

Knowledge of proper handling procedures for food. Knowledge of goals, objectives, policies and procedures for classroom management. Ability to implement the vision, mission, philosophy of the Early Childhood Programs. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with young children, staff and parents. Skill in working effectively in an environment subject to noise, frequent exposure to contagious disease, interruptions and quickly changing priorities. Skill in quickly responding to dynamic situations utilizing effective communication and appropriate intervention methods to maintain classroom management. Skill in working with young children to help them complete activities and remain focused on assigned activities. Skill in following oral and/or written instructions, policies and procedures. Skills in working on an individual basis with children with special needs.

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)

Normal classroom environment. May be required to lift, push, and pull office equipment and materials. Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, sit on floor and ambulate over uneven floor surfaces including stairs and steps. Must be able to visually and auditory assess situations to insure health and safety. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Light maintenance such as shoveling, sweeping, mopping, throwing of trash, and others may be needed. May be required to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances.

Other Requirements

Certification in First Aid/ CPR is required.

Location

Silver City-On Campus

Length of Contract

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Salary Range

$15 per hour

Advertising Summary

The Instructional Assistant position is open year around for recruitment. Candidates are reviewed as they apply and contacted when positions are opened.

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