Student Assistant-Work Study Teacher Assistant

Job Title Student Assistant-WORK STUDY Teacher Assistant General Description

This is a student position responsible for meeting the daily emotional and physical needs of children in an assigned classroom. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Job Duties

1.Greets parents and gathers information about the child.

2.Supports teachers as necessary and provides children with tasks, supplies, projects, food, and/or snacks as needed.

3.Tends to children's needs and interacts with them.

4.May launder children's clothing as needed.

5.Cleans, sanitizes, and disinfects toys and equipment as needed.

6.Provides activities for children (i.e., outside play, walks, trips.)

7.Fills out and files accident reports as needed.

8.Completes other necessary paperwork as required.

9.Cleans respective room and "play yard" as assigned.

10. Assists with special projects as assigned.

11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1.Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts.

2.Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files.

3.Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

4.Ability to understand and follow instructions.

5.Ability to operate equipment such as thermometers, dishwasher, washer & dryer, and telephone.

Required Qualifications

The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

ALL ECHL employees must complete 24 basic pre-service training hours per child care licensing requirements, obtain CPR certification within 30 days of hire date, and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks. Training resources are provided.

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands

The ECHL is open 7:10-5:20 Monday - Friday. Assigned hours vary according to individual class schedule and availability.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

WORK STUDY: Student must qualify for a WORK STUDY PERMIT for each semester the student will be working.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA2024-019 Number of Vacancies 10 Posting Open Date 01/26/2024 Review Start Date Posting Close Date Work Schedule varies according to class schedule Min Pay Rate $7.25/hour Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for employment with the ECHL, each applicant must submit an availability form to the ECHL office. Forms for upcoming semesters are available at www.sfasu.edu/echl. Please complete the online form, then print and deliver to the ECHL at 2428 Raguet St., Room 101, of the Early Childhood Research Center.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11115

Department Information

Department Early Childhood Lab Contact Name Alli Beck Contact Phone (936) 468-4006 Contact Email alexis.beck@sfasu.edu Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.