Assistant Early Childhood Teacher / Education Support Assistant (00495)

Assistant Early Childhood Teacher / Education Support Assistant

Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Early Childhood Teacher / Education Support Assistant at the Andy Taylor Center for Early Childhood Development. The Assistant Early Childhood Teacher will support the lead teacher in each classroom. The assistant teacher will be responsible for supporting the planning, guiding, and assessing instruction of the lead teacher. The assistant teacher will collaborate with the lead teacher to ensure smooth transitions, consistent expectations, and continuity of care for children. The assistant teacher will assist in carrying out center operations required to ensure compliance with DSS licensing regulations. This position is located in Farmville, Virginia, and is required to work in person on Longwood University's campus. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Interacting with, and supervising children
• Carrying out daily housekeeping-related tasks including cleaning classrooms, preparing snacks, etc.
• Communicating with and sharing pertinent information with families and staff within center protocol
• Assisting lead teachers in planning of instructional experiences and assessment of student progress
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Post high school and college course work within early childhood education preferred
• Training in early childhood education, early childhood special education, or related fields
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to perform physical activities associated with the care of infants and toddlers

Additional Information:

• This is a full-time, classified, non-exempt position in pay band 1.
• A successful fingerprint based criminal background investigation is required.
• AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
• Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:
• State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
• Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
• Life & Long-Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
• Educational benefits for most employees
• Cost-effective Fitness Center membership for employees

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer