ELRC (Early Learning and Research Center) Teacher Assistant

University of Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 29,250 - 32,500; Full time

Job summary

University of Memphis is seeking an ELRC Teacher Assistant for the on-site Memphis campus. The role supports a supervising teacher, leads small group activities, and assists with curriculum delivery and student guidance in a structured classroom setting.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and at least two years of relevant experience. The position falls under the Student Services category with a full-time schedule and a Memphis 38152 location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of appropriate experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides day to day support for the supervising teacher to facilitate classroom routines and daily caregiving tasks.
• Assists supervising teacher in curriculum development and delivery of classroom activities.
• Leads small group instruction at the direction of the supervising faculty.
• Provides student oversight and supervision.
• Maintains compliance with DOE Childcare Licensure and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• Abides by the ideals and principles set forth by the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
• Other responsibilities and activities as assigned by designated staff and supervising teachers.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

ELRC (Early Learning and Research Center) Teacher Assistant

Memphis, TN, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Performs daily tasks within a classroom environment, while assisting the Supervising Teachers. Duties may include leading lessons or small group activities for students, lesson planning and grading student assignments in accordance with the grading criteria. May provide assistance with individual guidance to students as it relates to behavior.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides day to day support for the supervising teacher to facilitate classroom routines and daily caregiving tasks. Assists supervising teacher in curriculum development and delivery of classroom activities. Leads small group instruction at the direction of the supervising faculty. Provides student oversight and supervision. Provides a safe and nurturing environment for growth. Communicates directly with supervising teachers and school staff related to the needs of the children and their families. Participates in classroom management, set-up, break-down, decoration, etc. at the direction of the supervising faculty. Maintains compliance with DOE Childcare Licensure and NAEYC Accreditation Standards. Abides by the ideals and principles set forth by the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
Other responsibilities and activities as assigned by designated staff and supervising teachers.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of appropriate experience.

Job Info

• Job Identification 443
• Job Category Student Services
• Posting Date 04/21/2026, 07:00 PM
• Degree Level High School/GED
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 38152 (On-site)
• Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
• Hiring Range 29,250