Assistant Teacher (Part-time, Temporary)

Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Full-time Education

Posted on April 17, 2024

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Vassar College

Assistant Teacher (Part-time, Temporary)

Department: Wimpfheimer Nursery School
Duration of Position: Temporary
Work Schedule:
Employee Type: Auxiliary
Posting Date: 03/01/2024
Union Representation: Not Applicable
Posting Number: AS463P
Pay Rate: $17.80 per hour
Compensation:

About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.

Position Summary and Responsibilities
Wimpfheimer Nursery School is currently seeking a part-time temporary assistant teacher for the months of April-June. Schedule will be three days per week from 9:00am-5:15pm. This is a temporary, three month position with the possibility of extension dependent on current staffing needs.
As an assistant teacher, you will support a team approach, working with other educators to develop and implement a high quality early education and care program that reflects the goals of our laboratory nursery school for children ages 0-5. Assistant teachers will exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, clear communication, respectful responsive caregiving practices, and a passion for working with children and families.

Qualifications

CDA or 2 year degree in ECE or working towards degree in ECE
Knowledge of positive approaches for child guidance and discipline
Understanding of a Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum and approaches for learning through play and trusting relationships
Organize and care for the classroom environment, prepare and arrange materials, clean up and set up
Knowledge of responsive care rituals to support children through daily rituals such as meals, rest, toilet learning
Desire to grow and increase knowledge in the field and seek innovative approaches
Cheerful, nurturing, positive, team player with a collaborative work ethic
Participate in school events such as parent night and teacher reflections
Must be fingerprinted and cleared with a background check through the NY State Office of Children and Family Services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT This position requires the candidate to be able to care for children’s physical needs on a consistent basis. Candidates must be able to interact with children on their level; frequent bending, squatting and playing on the floor is expected. Candidate must be able to lift 30 pounds. Candidate must remain alert and productive. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching outside in all seasons and all weather.

The Assistant Teacher must be capable of managing and supervising small groups of children (up to 7) alone at periods of the day such as when other teachers take lunch breaks. The Assistant teacher may, at times, act as the lead teacher and must have the skills to supervise and manage groups of children in the lead teacher’s absence.

Special Instructions to Applicants
To complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources, 845-437-5820.

For full consideration applicants should apply by:

All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3752.

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Assistant Teacher (Part-time, Temporary)

Vassar College

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