Teacher Assistant, Child Development Lab School

Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another.

We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.  Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.

 Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.  Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions.

We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.  People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for all students who attend the Child Development Lab School. Assisting classroom teachers in the administration of developmental curriculum. Receives general supervision from the Facility Director and exercises no supervision.

NOTE:  This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Attach a brief statement addressing how you acquired each of the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities through your education, personal experience or previous employment:

Knowledge of: 1. Texas DFPS minimum standards and National Associate for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) program standards. 2.

Children's nutrition. 3. Appropriate child guidance techniques. Skills in: 4.

Working with young children. 5. CPR/First-Aid. Ability to: 6.

Work cooperatively with coworkers. 7. Communicate professionally using oral and written methods. 8. Problem-solve and make classroom decisions in a timely manner. 9. Model appropriate teaching, interaction, and guidance strategies for lab students and teacher aides.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting.  At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:    Earned CDA credential or a minimum of 12 credit hours completed in early childhood education/child development, elementary education, and/or early childhood special education from an accredited college or university.

Experience:  More than 6 months of experience working with young children ages birth to five (5) years, including work study, graduate work, and internships.

Special Requirements: A minimum of 30 hours additional child development training per year. Commitment to obtain Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Reporting and Recognizing Abuse and Neglect and other required trainings certifications within 90 days of employment.

Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE:  Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise.

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REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Online Application

• Resume

• *KSA Statement (See Selection Criteria)

• Copies of College Transcripts

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