Teacher Assistant

Position Title Teacher Assistant Department Children's Program
-Group Pay Type Non Exempt Appointment Type (A) Continuing Part-Time Hours Per Week 35 Number of weeks 48 weeks per year other - # of weeks 48 Benefits Eligible Full Benefits Geographical Regional Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement Yes Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

Provide support to the classroom teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment. Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for daily activities; aids instructional efforts of the teacher and assists in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas.

General Duties and Responsibilities

1. Duties in relationship to individual children or in groups

* Help teacher in curriculum implementation of educational program

* Help with daily record keeping and appropriate reporting

* Help teacher evaluate children as appropriate

* Help teacher with case management

* Help teacher in planning future placements

* Maintain safe and organized physical environment for children

* Help in data collection for research projects as required

2. Duties in relationship to other staff

* Assist in daily set-up of classroom

* Aid in implementing the programs of the professional specialists

* Communicate effectively with team members

* Maintain regular communication with Program Director, Laboratory Coordinator and teachers

* Attend staff meetings when appropriate

* Maintain positive professional work environment

* Attend in-service meetings as appropriate

3. Duties in relationship to parents

* Maintain informal contact with parents

* Participate in parent social and educational function with other staff, conduct home visits when appropriate

* Discuss child's program with parent and teacher when appropriate

* Participate in formal parent conferences when required by teacher

4. Duties in relationship to college students

* Help teacher in guiding college student classroom participation when appropriate

Education and Skills

* High school degree required. Within four months of hire, the selected candidate must be designated as eligible to have unsupervised access to children in a child care center by the CT Commissioner of Early Childhood.

* One year working with preschool age children necessary

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands

Strength and Handling:

* Lifting: (Must specify maximum weight and frequency, e.g., "Lifting up to 25 lbs frequently.")

* Carrying: (Must specify maximum weight and frequency.)

* Pushing/Pulling:
Exerting force to move objects or operate controls.

* Fine Manipulation:
Use of hands/fingers for tasks (e.g., keyboarding, grasping).

Movement and Posture:

* Standing

* Walking

* Sitting

* Bending/Stooping:
Bending the body downward and forward at the waist.

* Kneeling:
Resting on knees.

* Reaching:
Extending arms and hands in any direction (Specify: Overhead/Below Shoulder).

Sensory and Communication:

* Close Visual Acuity:
Required for reading, computer work, and inspection.

* Hearing:
Required to distinguish speech and alarms.

* Speaking/Talking:
Required for communication and conveying instructions.

Driving Required No Salary Range $17.33 Note

Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate's experience, education, and the institution's pay structure to ensure internal equity.

Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 11/13/2025 Applications accepted through Open Until Filled Yes