Ohio University
Assistant Teacher (May hire up to 2 Positions)
Edtech.com's Summary
Ohio University is hiring an Assistant Teacher. The role involves teaching and caring for young children in a classroom setting while supporting an Assistant Professor of Instruction by managing classroom routines, communicating with families, and assisting with licensing and accreditation documentation. The position requires active participation in professional development and modeling appropriate educational practices.
Highlights
- Teach and care for young children following developmentally appropriate practices and Early Learning Content Standards.
- Take full classroom responsibility for 2 hours per day and during the absence of the lead teacher, including planning routines and activities.
- Collaborate with Assistant Professor of Instruction on curriculum, family-teacher conferences, reports, and other classroom needs.
- Complete required licensing training and engage in ongoing professional development.
- Use communication daily with families and model best practices for Early Childhood Education Teacher Candidates.
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with less than 3 years professional experience, or equivalent education and experience; Associate’s degree with 2 years experience or 3 years progressively responsible experience in child development also accepted.
- Preferred experience includes Reggio Emilia inspired work, emergent curriculum, and nature-based education.
- Full-time, 40 hours per week position with pay range of $14.65 to $22.71 per hour.
- Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, educational benefits, and retirement.
- Position requires working with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers including physical tasks such as lifting and engaging with children at their level.
