Child Care Teacher Assistant

The Margaret N. Perry Children s Center at the University of Tennessee at Martin is accepting applications for a Child Care Teacher Assistant.  This position will assist the Lead Teacher in providing the best quality care and guidance to children in the absence of their parents or guardians. Teaching teams strive to create meaningful experiences for children that extend their cognitive, social, physical, language and socioeconomic development. Teachers provide a respectful learning environment, being sensitive to each child s individual need. In this supportive environment, children become secure and capable as they strive to master their world. 

    Help provide for the personal needs of each child enrolled in the classroom 
    Actively take part in a teaching team to guarantee daily operations of the classroom provides a safe, secure and nurturing environment
    Help implement developmentally appropriate activities for children ages birth to 5 years
    Supervise children inside the classroom and outside during playtime
    Help guide student workers and volunteers to guarantee that daily schedules and routines are followed.
    Assist in parent communication about children s daily routines and progress.
    Help provide and maintain a stimulating environment that meets 3-STAR guidelines
    Help maintain the classroom and communicate potential problems with the Lead Teacher and/or administrative staff
    Help conduct parent-teacher conferences
 

Minimum Qualifications
    Requires at least an associate s degree and one year of direct caregiving experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Bachelor s degree preferred
    Must be physically fit to lift at least 40 pounds
    Must be capable of getting up and down from the floor, sitting in the floor, plus standing for extended periods
    Possess good interpersonal skills, good written and verbal communication skills
    Must be highly motivated and energetic

Application Process:  Qualified applicants must apply online 
Application Deadline: Applicant review will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate has been selected
Minimum hiring rate $14.00 (Market Range 02) - Salary commensurate with education and experience