Metro Action Commission Teacher Assistant - Part-Time

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Action Commission in Nashville, TN is seeking a part-time Child Care Assistant to support the classroom teacher and help provide a safe, engaging environment for preschool children. You will assist with Head Start activities and contribute to socially and emotionally healthy development. Two 3-hour shifts are available: Before Care 6:30–10:30 a.m.

or After Care 1:30–5:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. A background check is required, and residency compliance applies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Foreign-accredited credentials encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher.
• Assist with integrating Head Start aspects.
• Be a member of the classroom staff.
• Provide children with a learning environment.
• Provide children with varied experiences.
• Help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally.

Skills

Experience with young children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Description

This is a part-time position located with the Metropolitan Action Commission. This position will provide children with a learning environment and varied experiences that will help them develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development toward the overall goal of social competence.

19 Hours Per Week (Before Care Shift)

Mon.-Fri. (6:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.) you will be assigned a three-hour work shift one day during the week.

or

19 Hours Per Week (After Care Shift)

Mon.-Fri. (1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) you will be assigned a three-hour work shift one day during the week.

• Extensive Background Checks and random drug tests are performed on applicants for this position with MAC.

Typical Duties

• Assist classroom teacher.
• Assist with integrating the educational aspects of Head Start.
• Member of the classroom staff.
• Provide children with a learning environment.
• Provide children with varied experiences.
• Help children to develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED. Valid Driver License.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Previous work experience with young children

Please be advised that ALL candidates for ANY position with MAC will be subject to a background check.

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and the Metropolitan Action Commission are equal opportunity employers.

For questions contact the Human Resources department at: 615-862-8860 ext.

70105

In compliance with Tennessee law, all applications are subject to public disclosure.

Requests for ADA accommodations should be directed to Rickie McQueen at: [phone],

Extension 70103

Full-time, Civil Service positions

• 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
• 1 Sick Day per month
• 12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions

• 20 vacation days per year
• 3 Personal days per year
• 1 Sick Day per month
• 12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

01 Do you have a high school diploma/GED?

• Yes
• No

02 Do you have experience working with children ages 3 to 5?

• Yes
• No

03 How many years of experience do you have working with Early Childcare or Pre-K students?

• No experience
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years or more

04 Which work shift would you prefer?

• Before Care: 6:00AM - 10:00AM
• After Care: 1:30PM - 5:30PM
• I can work any one of the shifts.

05 I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certification and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete application or missing documents may result in disqualification.

• yes
• Required Question