Early Childhood Support Teacher- Permanent Substitute

Vassar College

Early Childhood Support Teacher- Permanent Substitute

Department: Wimpfheimer Nursery School
Duration of Position: Temporary
Work Schedule:
Employee Type: Temporary
Posting Date: 11/11/2022
Union Representation: Not Applicable
Posting Number: AS302P
Pay Rate:

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.Note: Vassar College has a universal vaccination policy requiring a COVID-19 vaccination, including a booster, for all employees except for those exempt for medical or religious reasons.

Position Summary and Responsibilities
The Wimpfheimer Nursery School is a laboratory school at Vassar College and it offers exciting professional development opportunities, and a joyful work climate.

We are seeking a support teacher to join our teaching team at the Wimpfheimer Nursery School and Infant Toddler Center. This position will be on an as needed basis. We are seeking a supportive flexible educator with an understanding of developmentally appropriate education and care practices for children ages 0-5. The support teacher will have the opportunity to sub in all the classrooms with various age groups from day to day as needed, and will be guaranteed a fixed/predictable schedule.

The support teacher must possess a positive professional approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a teaching team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching outside in all seasons and all weather.


Qualifications

• Experience working in childcare, and a minimum CDA or some level of college coursework in early education.
• Must be able to care for children’s physical needs on a consistent basis.
• Must be able to interact with children on their level; frequent bending, squatting and playing on the floor is expected.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Candidates must remain alert and productive.

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/2940.



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