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Teachers Aide

@ Hampton University
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Hampton, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:assisting teachers, supervising children, ensuring safety
Requirements Summary:High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience with children preferred. Must meet Virginia childcare standards, pass physical exam and criminal background check, be willing to obtain state-required certifications, lift 40 lbs, and be available Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm.
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About the Department

The teacher's aide’s primary responsibility is to provide care for children in a child-initiated learning environment. This includes providing general supervision and management for a classroom of children. The teacher’s aide works with the Lead Teacher and staff on developmental activities as part of a comprehensive program for children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth, so children can reach their highest potential.

Position Duties

  • Assist Lead Teachers with planning and facilitating a daily program of care and activities for the assigned classroom.
  • Contribute to the effective operation of the overall childcare program.
  • Assist the Lead Teachers with developing and implementing daily/weekly activity plans. Responsible for the arrangement of space, setting, and materials in the classroom and with outdoor play equipment, to ensure a safe, clean, orderly, child-centered learning environment, and a consistent daily schedule for children's calm, comfortable, and successful participation in the program. 
  • Promote a multicultural, anti-bias approach to learning and the center environment. Show respect for each child's culture, background, and personal uniqueness.
  • Participate in and prepare for promotional activities and special events as necessary or as assigned for the center.
  • Ensure the safety and physical well-being of the children.
  • Maintain a professional working atmosphere and the confidentiality of information regarding staff, children, and families.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Center Director.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.  Salary commensurate with Education. 
  • Experience with children is preferred.
  • Meet requirements of the Virginia Department of Education Childcare Standards for childcare centers.
  • Meet University requirements for physical exam and criminal background check.
  • Willingness to be trained and certified in all state compliance requirements.
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds.
  • Must be available Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 5:30 PM. 

Benefits



We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our website: https://home.hamptonu.edu/hr/benefits/.


Agency Information

Employer
Hampton University
Address

200 William R. Harvey Way








Hampton, Virginia, 23668
Phone
757-727-5250
Website

www.hamptonu.edu