Harris Stowe State University Saint Louis , MO 63150
Posted 7 days ago
Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) located in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe's beautiful campus is minutes from the renown Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe's diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the St. Louis region.
Job Summary
The state-of-the-art Early Childhood Development/Parenting Education Center has an opening and seeks to fill the position of part time Teacher Assistant. Under the careful supervision of the teacher, teacher assistants will cooperatively provide a quality environment to care for children in an assigned group. Assistants must have the ability to lead the class in the absence of the teacher.
Essential Functions
Meet the daily needs of children
Maintain the necessary and appropriate routines
Use age appropriate classroom curricula activities and management practices
Greet parents and children upon arrival and departure
Assist teacher in setting up daily activities
Model appropriate behaviors for children
Demonstrate acceptance and respect for families of diverse cultures and structures
Assist the Lead teacher with planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate lesson plan
Create a safe, supportive learning environment utilizing developmentally appropriate practices
Assist with cleanliness and organization of the classroom environment
Establish relationships with the children using positive, responsive care-giving and interactions and developmentally appropriate practices
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education or 60 credit hours from an accredited university in Early Childhood Education
At least two years experience working with young children and families
Must speak correct English at all times
Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
Other Required Skills & Abilities
Savvy in technology, to include but not limited to use of computers and IPads, videotaping and editing, to electronically collect and analyzed data for program improvement
The ability to supervise and to collaborate with cooperating teachers, administrators, faculty and student teachers
To review and analyze assessments and provide input in the process of construction and evaluation
The ability to write reflective reports for interactions with stakeholders
Flexible in convening and participating in meetings
The ability to be objective and establish high expectation and at the same time understand the contextual setting
Skill set in interpersonal relations
Physical Requirements
Successful candidates must have the ability to travel frequently from one site to another. Should have adequate sight to engage in word processing, view screens, the ability to climbing stairs, ability to sit for extended periods of time in meetings and observations, etc. Must be capable of lifting at least 15 pounds.
Review of applications will start immediately until the position is filled. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Salary based on qualifications and experience. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and official undergraduate and graduate transcripts and three references online.
"Please No Phone Calls"
Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
EOE Statement
Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
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