PT CHILDREN'S TEACHER ASSISTANT-HLG/MP (Pool)

Midland College; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Texas is seeking a PT Children's Teacher Assistant in Midland to assist in the care of children. Responsibilities include supporting teachers, helping with children's activities, and ensuring a safe learning environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, possess good communication skills, and pass a background check. The position offers an hourly rate of $12.00 with flexible hours. Ideal for individuals passionate about early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age required.
• Must successfully pass an FBI fingerprint check.
• Required to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teachers with daily routines.
• Help with children's physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs.
• Assist with diaper changes and potty training.

Skills

Good reading, writing, and oral communication skills

Computer knowledge, including iPads

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PT CHILDREN'S TEACHER ASSISTANT-HLG/MP (Pool)

Mission Statement

Midland College serves West Texas through exemplary teaching and dedicated public service. We prepare and inspire diverse students to start, strive and succeed. We strengthen community through educational leadership and collaboration. Midland College provides quality programs and courses, relevant workforce development and continuing education, valuable personal enrichment and cultural experiences, and community and student-centered services.

Job Title PT CHILDREN'S TEACHER ASSISTANT-HLG/MP (Pool)

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Classification Title

Classification Title Part-Time Hourly-Up to 17 hpw

Work Location

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting children’s classroom teachers in the total care of the children.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED - verification required within 30 days of employment
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Computer knowledge, including iPads
• Good reading, writing, and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate positively with coworkers, parents, and children
• Proficient in the English language
• Must successfully pass an FBI fingerprint check and criminal history background check
• The employee is required to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• College credit hours; related field preferred
• Recent experience working in a licensed childcare facility or early childhood program
• Knowledge of Child Care Licensing ( CCL ) Minimum Standards
• Knowledge of health and safety standards, appropriate classroom management, and curriculum
• Knowledge of ages and stages of development of children ages 4 months to 5 years of age
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification

Essential Functions

• Know, implement, and adhere to the Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, Workforce Solutions Permian Basin Child Care Services criteria, Midland College Children’s Center policies, and Midland College policies
• Dependability in attendance, adherence to all-time policies, positive job attitude, cooperation with parents, children, and staff, flexibility, willingness to accept change, and keeping up with the current trends in the field of early childhood development
• Assist the teachers with daily routines
• Assist in the implementation of children’s activities
• Help with children’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs
• Assist with lunch and snack setup
• Assist with diaper changes and potty training
• Light daily cleaning of classroom environment, disinfecting, changing linens, and doing light laundry
• Assist with playground duties
• Complete 30 clock hours of early childhood training annually to meet CCL guidelines from the start date
• The employee may be required to participate in staff development activities as requested
• Other duties assigned by the Director or Children’s Teachers

Physical Demands

• Must be in good physical health, energetic, nurturing, and patient
• Must be able to lift children up to 40 pounds to change diapers, assist with potty training, walking, bending, standing, stooping, reaching, squatting down, stretching, sitting on the floor, rising up from low chairs or when sitting on the floor, and must be able to participate with children on the playground
• Ethical behavior, security sensitive work, team-oriented, cooperation with coworkers, secure work environment, confidentiality required

Security Sensitivity

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary $12.00 per hour

Max Salary $12.00 per hour

Pay Statement

Posting Number P01270S2016

Open Date 08/27/2024

Position Available As Needed - Applicant Pool

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application.
If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

Supplemental Questions

• * What is your highest level of education attained?
  • None
  • GED or High School Diploma
  • Some College
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorate Degree
• * Will you successfully pass a FBI fingerprint check and criminal background check?
  • No
  • Yes
• * Rate your computer knowledge, including iPads:
  • None
  • Limited
  • Average
  • Above Average
  • Superior
• * From the list below, please indicate how you first learned about this employment opportunity?
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  • AdjunctProfessorJobs.com
  • AllHigherEd.com
  • Careerbuilder.com
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • CommunityCollegeJobs.com
  • Craigslist
  • FacultyJobs.net
  • Glassdoor.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Indeed.com
  • MC Employee
  • MC Human Resources Office
  • MC Website
  • Newspaper
  • Snagajob.com
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Television
  • Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
  • ZipRecruiter.com
  • Other