Teaching Assistant

Montclair State University; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Montclair State University is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support the development and delivery of educational programs at the Ben Samuels Children's Center. The role promotes children's growth in a nurturing environment, requiring effective communication and collaboration with a team. The assistant will participate in classroom activities and ensure a safe environment for children while adhering to state regulations.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Ability to acquire required certifications within 6-12 months.
• Proficient in English for effective communication.
• Experience in child care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing educational programs.
• Provide physical care and maintain a nurturing environment.
• Mentor student staff and maintain communication with families.

Skills

Communication

Childcare

Teamwork

Education

Child Development Associate Certificate

Nine college credits in Early Childhood Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
• The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years . You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Ben Samuel Children’s Center (BSCC) Director and under the direct supervision of the Associate Director and/or the Master Teacher, the Teaching Assistant contributes to the development and implementation of a developmentally appropriate educational program promoting social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth and development of the children served.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Function as a member of a trans-disciplinary teaching team; co-caregiver; share ideas and information with colleagues; participate in the University community of learners.

Partner with other Teaching Assistants in the classroom team in a co-caregiving model.

Contribute to the planning, organization and implementation of lesson plans that stimulate children’s growth and development; assist in the provision of opportunities for children to experience, play and learn in a warm, safe, nurturing environment.

Contribute to classroom community that is nurturing, caring, safe and conducive to learning for all members.

Assist in the provision of physical care for children: helps to prepare meals; helps to feed children; helps in washing hands and faces; changes diapers; assists in toileting; assists in teaching self-help skills.

May be required to engage in lifting children who are non-ambulant, semi-ambulant and/or have physical needs.

Assist in maintaining classroom and playgrounds in a neat, clean, safe, attractive manner; examine environment for any potential hazards; maintain proper condition of materials and equipment in classroom; maintain inventories of materials and complete materials requests.

Advise, instruct, supervise and mentor student staff and volunteers assigned to the room; model appropriate professional behavior.

Contribute to the maintenance of charts, checklists, anecdotal records on children which will be used in the development of plans to meet the children’s individual and collective needs.

Develop and maintain good working relationships with families; maintain open, positive, respectful lines of communication with families about their children and the Center.

Attend meetings, workshops or courses to maintain compliance with NJ in-service requirement.

Identify and inform the Associate Director and/or the Master Teacher of any child whose behavior and physical condition appears to differ from the norms.

Report any instances of suspected child abuse to DYFS, classroom Teacher and Center Director.

Maintain valid Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

Ability to acquire a Child Development Associate Certificate or Nine (9) college credits in Early Childhood Education within 6 to 12 months of hire.

Ability to bend, squat, twist, run, sit/play on the floor and lift children up to 50 pounds.

Ability to prepare and maintain records, reports and files.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently and effectively.

PREFERRED:

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or other field related to Child Growth and Development.

Successful work history in a child care setting as a teacher assistant or aide for at least three years.

Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the Children’s Center after a period of training.

Ability to use technology: various assessments platforms, communication portals; use of basic software and applications.

*NOTE: This is a Civil Service position. As required by the State of New Jersey, in order to be certified to the position and attain permanent status in title, candidates are required to successfully serve a 4-Month Working Test Period.

SALARY RANGE: A11: $40,015.75 - $55,843.87 *NOTE: Salaries for internal candidates are determined by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission's formula. Salaries for external candidates are determined up to step four, $45,291.79.

NJ SAME Applicants

This position is a non-competitive, unclassified posting and complies with the NJ SAME Program. If you are applying under the New Jersey "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references should also be sent to: [e-mail] and [e-mail]

In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (other than faculty who are exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants who have a concern with meeting this requirement should discuss with Human Resources if the position for which they have applied is eligible for an exemption from this requirement.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Department

Ben Samuels Children's Center

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
• The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years . You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Ben Samuel Children’s Center (BSCC) Director and under the direct supervision of the Associate Director and/or the Master Teacher, the Teaching Assistant contributes to the development and implementation of a developmentally appropriate educational program promoting social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth and development of the children served.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Function as a member of a trans-disciplinary teaching team; co-caregiver; share ideas and information with colleagues; participate in the University community of learners.

• Partner with other Teaching Assistants in the classroom team in a co-caregiving model.

• Contribute to the planning, organization and implementation of lesson plans that stimulate children’s growth and development; assist in the provision of opportunities for children to experience, play and learn in a warm, safe, nurturing environment.

• Contribute to classroom community that is nurturing, caring, safe and conducive to learning for all members.

• Assist in the provision of physical care for children: helps to prepare meals; helps to feed children; helps in washing hands and faces; changes diapers; assists in toileting; assists in teaching self-help skills.

• May be required to engage in lifting children who are non-ambulant, semi-ambulant and/or have physical needs.

• Assist in maintaining classroom and playgrounds in a neat, clean, safe, attractive manner; examine environment for any potential hazards; maintain proper condition of materials and equipment in classroom; maintain inventories of materials and complete materials requests.

• Advise, instruct, supervise and mentor student staff and volunteers assigned to the room; model appropriate professional behavior.

• Contribute to the maintenance of charts, checklists, anecdotal records on children which will be used in the development of plans to meet the children’s individual and collective needs.

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with families; maintain open, positive, respectful lines of communication with families about their children and the Center.

• Attend meetings, workshops or courses to maintain compliance with NJ in-service requirement.

• Identify and inform the Associate Director and/or the Master Teacher of any child whose behavior and physical condition appears to differ from the norms.

• Report any instances of suspected child abuse to DYFS, classroom Teacher and Center Director.

• Maintain valid Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Ability to acquire a Child Development Associate Certificate or Nine (9) college credits in Early Childhood Education within 6 to 12 months of hire.

• Ability to bend, squat, twist, run, sit/play on the floor and lift children up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to prepare and maintain records, reports and files.

• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently and effectively.

PREFERRED:

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or other field related to Child Growth and Development.

• Successful work history in a child care setting as a teacher assistant or aide for at least three years.

• Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the Children’s Center after a period of training.

• Ability to use technology: various assessments platforms, communication portals; use of basic software and applications.

*NOTE: This is a Civil Service position. As required by the State of New Jersey, in order to be certified to the position and attain permanent status in title, candidates are required to successfully serve a 4-Month Working Test Period.

SALARY RANGE: A11: $40,015.75 - $55,843.87 *NOTE: Salaries for internal candidates are determined by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission's formula. Salaries for external candidates are determined up to step four, $45,291.79.

NJ SAME Applicants

This position is a non-competitive, unclassified posting and complies with the NJ SAME Program. If you are applying under the New Jersey "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references should also be sent to: [e-mail] and [e-mail]

For more information on the SAME program visit their website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: [e-mail] , or call CSC at: 833-691-0404.

In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (other than faculty who are exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants who have a concern with meeting this requirement should discuss with Human Resources if the position for which they have applied is eligible for an exemption from this requirement.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

$40,015.75-$45,291.79 Annually

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Department

Ben Samuels Children's Center

Position Type

Support

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent @montclair.edu .

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/