Teaching Assistant 12 Months, Kean Child Care Center, Child Care Access Means Parents in School Grant

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Kean Child Care and Development Center

Teaching Assistant 12 Months Grant-Funded

The Kean University Child Care and Development Center is a nationally accredited child care center inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach a philosophy that emphasizes hands-on discovery-based learning. The Teachers primary role is to reach every learner by respecting their learning process and guiding their interests through engaging learning experiences and interactions.

Under the supervision of the Director the Teaching Assistant is responsible for assisting the classroom Teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate child-centered program of activities that promotes the social-emotional cognitive and physical development of each child through exploration and discovery. All practices must be consistent with guidelines put forth by the Kean University Child Care and Development Center College of Education and NJ Preschool Teaching & Learning Standards.

This position requires a regular schedule of afternoon and evening hours with flexibility in schedule required as needed. This is a grant funded position through the Child Care Access Means Parents in Schools (CCAMPIS) Grant. Continued employment is contingent upon continued grant funding.

This position is based at the Kean Child Care and Development Center located on the Union New Jersey Kean University campus.

Qualifications: Experience working with young children and families in a childcare/school or educational setting is required. Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) check as well as subsequent checks per licensing requirements is also required. Candidate must have the ability to use a computer with basic proficiency and have strong oral and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications include: an Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; minimum of 1-2-years of classroom teaching experience and experience with children with special needs; and current Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate with a Preschool or Infant/Toddler Endorsement.

In addition to undergoing a pre-employment physical and successfully completing background screening checks this position also has physical requirements. These include: the ability to constantly move stand sit bend and kneel for short and long periods of time hand dexterity and the ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds; ability to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children see and hear to ensure childrens health and safety and engage in physical activities with children; and the ability to work indoors and outdoors.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jerseys Pay Transparency Law the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $41416.30 - $46877.02 (Steps 1-4). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.

SAME Program Applicants: If you are applying under the NJ State as a Model Employer SAME Program your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your application materials by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the NJ SAME Program visit their website at: email: or call the Civil Service Commission at option 3. You may also contact Keans Recruiting Team at

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants Graduate Assistants Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act(Senate Bill No. 1730 P.L. 2011 Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position please refer to Section III.A. of ourReasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

Mission Statement

Kean University New Jerseys first Urban Research University creates a world-class innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching learning global research and impactful public engagement.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer