Full-Time Teacher/Teacher Assistant

Auburn University; Alabama; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and supportive team at an accredited preschool facility dedicated to early childhood education. As an Early Learning Center Teacher, you will have the opportunity to shape the lives of young children, guiding their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth through engaging programs. This role not only allows you to make a significant impact on children's lives but also offers generous benefits and educational opportunities for your professional development. If you're passionate about early childhood education and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Educational Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CPR/First Aid certification needed.
• Experience in early childhood education preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a child-centered curriculum for preschool.
• Guide children's growth in a safe and structured environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents about children's progress.

Skills

Child-Centered Curriculum Development

Effective Teaching Practices

Communication with Parents

Collaboration with Community Professionals

CPR / First Aid Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

NAEYC Accreditation Standards

Child Development Associate Credential

Job description

Early Learning Center Teacher

Effective July 1, 2024, Auburn University will fully comply with the modifications made to the Fair Labor Standards Act’s minimum salary threshold for overtime pay. As a result of these changes, some positions currently designated as exempt will be re-designated as non-exempt. For more information on these changes, visit this link.

Effective October 1, 2024, Non-Faculty pay ranges will be updated to align with Auburn's fiscal year. Please note that the new ranges will reflect a slight increase. For Non-Faculty jobs: External postings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Postings with end dates are subject to close after 10 days.

Employment with Auburn University is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number: S4027P
Home Org Name: Harris Early Learning Ctr
Operating Division Name: College of Human Sciences
Position Title: Early Learning Center Teacher
Job Class Code: AD51
Appointment Status: Full-time Part-time
FTE: Limited Term Yes
Limited Term Length: One year

Job Summary:
Are you a passionate and engaged early childhood or daycare professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career with an employer who supports you? Auburn University manages the Harris Early Learning Center in Birmingham, Alabama, and we’re looking for someone like you to join our vibrant and supportive team in our state-of-the-art accredited preschool facility for over 200 children ranging in age from six weeks to five years old!

Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of children, with a deep commitment to:

• Providing high-quality care and education
• Training and educating college students who plan to be educators
• Conducting research on child development and the role teachers play

Our Teachers are critical to our success at Harris Early Learning Center! In this role, you will have the important opportunity to plan, create, and implement daily programs for preschool learning environments. Each classroom is staffed with two full-time Teachers, and we have 16 classrooms at the Center.

As a Harris Early Learning Center Teacher, you will be an Auburn University employee. Here’s how the Auburn University/Harris Early Learning Center Supports our Teacher Family:

• Our people are our greatest asset! We offer generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a supportive work environment making it a place where you can thrive. From health insurance to retirement plans, we’ve got you covered. Learn more about how we support employees by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.

• Auburn University/Harris Early Learning Center Teachers are eligible to receive assistance to pursue Child Development Associate credential, Associate’s degrees, and Bachelor’s degrees through partnerships with community colleges or Auburn University’s online Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science, Early Child Development.

Learn more about Auburn University and the Harris Early Learning Center by visiting this link.

State of Alabama Teacher Salary Matrix:
Salaries are determined by level of education and years of experience.

• High School Diploma: $32,000 – $40,000
• Associate’s Degree: $34,200 – $42,000
• Bachelor’s Degree: $36,200 – $44,000
• Master’s Degree: $38,200 – $46,000

Teachers are paid bi-weekly, and are classified as non-exempt by the Fair Labor Standards Act. This is a one-year limited-term appointment. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.

Essential Functions

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Develop and implement a child-centered curriculum in line with early childhood education best practices and NAEYC accreditation standards.
• Guide children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth through safe and structured environments.
• Design, execute, and assess daily programs, including classroom setup and engaging activities to promote active learning.
• Instruct and evaluate daily programs, ensuring optimal learning experiences for children.
• Model effective teaching practices for undergraduate students during their coursework or internships.
• Collaborate with community professionals, such as therapists and psychologists, as needed. May administer prescribed medication.
• Maintain regular communication with parents, providing updates on their child’s progress.

Minimum Qualifications

What We Need From You:

• High school diploma or equivalent with no experience.

If selected you will be required to obtain a CPR /First Aid Certificate within 60 days of hire, and a TB Skin Test.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

CPR /First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain within 60 days of date of hire; TB Skin Test.

Desired Qualifications

Salary Range: $32,000 - $46,000. Annual salaries are based on the matrix in the Job Summary section of this posting.

Posting Detail Information

Job Category: Education/Instructional
Working Hours if Non-Traditional: City position is located in: Birmingham
State position is located: Alabama

EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

• * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No