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Teacher Assistant for Coleman Center (part-time)

🇺🇸 Dothan, AL 🕑 Part-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Teaching 🗓️ January 8th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Troy University is hiring a Teacher Assistant for the Coleman Center (part-time). The role involves teaching infants to four-year-old children by either co-teaching or independently implementing lesson plans provided by Auxiliary Teachers and Teachers, reporting directly to the Director of Coleman Center.

Highlights

  • Teach in classroom programs for infants through four-year-olds.

  • Co-teach or independently implement provided lesson plans.

  • Report to the Director of the Coleman Center.

  • Requires experience working with children in group settings.

  • Strong written and oral communication skills are necessary.

  • Knowledge of curriculum and child development expected.

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Child Development Associate or related college coursework preferred.

  • Part-time position up to 19 hours per week with flexible hours within center operation times (7:00 am – 6:00 pm).

  • No supervisory responsibilities or hazardous conditions indicated.

  • Department of Teacher Education within the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences manages this role.

Teacher Assistant for Coleman Center (part-time) Full Description

Teacher Assistant for Coleman Center (part-time)

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Posting Details 
Position Information
Posting Number SF1202P
Position Title Teacher Assistant for Coleman Center (part-time)
Position Type Classified Staff/Hourly
Department Department of Teacher Education - Coleman Center
Division College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Campus Dothan
Work Status Part-Time (IPT)
Temporary No
Location Dothan - D01
Job Summary
The Teacher Assistant position is responsible for teaching in an infant, toddler, two-year old, three-year old or four- year old classroom program in the Coleman Center, by either co-teaching or teaching independently implementing the lesson plans provided by the Auxiliary Teachers and Teachers, and reports to the Director of Coleman Center.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Experience working with children in a group format
3. Strong written and oral communication skills
4. Knowledge of curriculum and child development
5. Energetic and positive attitude
6. Ability to develop excellent working relationships
Preferred Qualifications
1. A Child Development Associate (CDA) OR Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR at least (9) credit hours of college coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from a regionally accredited institution
2. Previous experience working with children in a group format in an Alabama DHR licensed child care center
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility
Work Hours
Part time (up to 19 hours per week)
Standard hours of operation (7:00 am – 6:00 pm)
Hours may be flexible, as needed, to meet the demands of the center
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
NA
Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No
Posting Date 01/07/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/25141
Reference Letters
Reference Letters
Solicit References Through the System? No
Last Day a Reference Provider Can Submit Reference
Applicant Special Instructions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References

Optional Documents

  1. Letter of Reference 1
  2. Letter of Reference 2
  3. Unofficial Transcript 1
  4. Unofficial Transcript 2

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