Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

02/06/2025

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1011511

Position Title

Assistant Teacher 2

Department this Position Reports to

Child Care Center

Hiring Range Minimum

$18.00

Hiring Range Maximum

$18.41

Union Type

SEIU

SEIU Level

To Be Determined

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

37.5

Schedule

Hours are flexible as needed between the hours of 7:15am and 5:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

not term

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Under the direction of teaching staff, assists in meeting the developmental needs of children at Dartmouth College Child Care Center. Participates in implementing the program and supervising children’s activities.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old
• Must have experience working with children
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have the physical capability to move quickly to supervise children, lift, carry and physically assist children, sit on the floor and child-sized furniture, see and hear at a distance and close range.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-6 credits in Early Childhood Education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in relation to pre-school children and their parents.
• Warm, friendly demeanor.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible work schedule.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Abby Plummer-LaBombard

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-6610

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Abby Plummer-LaBombard, Assistant Director

Department Contact's Phone Number

603-646-6610

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy


Additional Instructions

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77533

Key Accountabilities

Description

Curriculum and Teaching

• Understands program goals and helps conduct activities which lead to achieving those goals.
• Implements plans for individual children’s development.
• Assembles needed materials and equipment and sets up activities in accordance with approved plans and schedules.
• Demonstrates activities. Interacts with and helps children during activities; recognizes when they wish to pursue an interest and assists them in doing so.
• Modifies planned activities when circumstances dictate.
• Interacts with children during activities to support learning and provides materials and ideas to extend play.
• Supports activities in a manner that will facilitate children’s enjoyment of activities and learning.
• Participates in conversations with children; joins in their play; reads to children one-on-one or in groups.
• Assumes leadership for a specific activity when more than one activity is occurring.

Percentage Of Time

40

Description

Classroom Management

• Assists in the creation and maintenance of an attractive and well-organized classroom.
• Assists with transition from home to school.
• Maintains awareness of the whereabouts of each child.
• Works with the team to manage individual children’s behavior.
• Provides guidance and re-direction when required; uses techniques of positive guidance.
• Enables children to resolve their own conflicts.
• Models and teaches developmentally appropriate behaviors and skills.
• Supports an environment where children can feel safe and secure throughout the day.
• Responds to observed needs for attention, reassurance, etc.
• Assists children in managing their feelings positively.
• Verifies individuals other than parents/guardians are authorized to escort children.
• Ensures that children are signed in and out.

Percentage Of Time

40

Description

Health and Safety

• Ensures the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Implements the health policies of the Center, including good hygiene including hand washing, toileting and diapering procedures.
• Reports accidents and injuries to parents, Lead Teacher and Director, and administers first aid as needed.
• Ensures children are dressed appropriately for health and safety.
• Dispenses and stores medications in accordance with Center policies.

Percentage Of Time

5

Description

Family Relationships

• Maintains confidentiality of information about children and families.
• May report on how the day has gone to parents when picking-up children.
• Relays information of interest from other staff; informs parents of up-coming activities.

Percentage Of Time

10

Description

Center-wide Responsibility

• Provides assistance to other classrooms as necessary.
• Collaborates with classrooms on activities and events.
• Assists in maintaining shared spaces.
• Participates in the maintenance and upkeep of equipment, supplies and materials and informs Lead Teacher or office of needs.
• Participates in standing and ad-hoc center committees.
• Pursues on-going professional development.
• Works with other staff on center development and on resolution of Center-wide issues.

Percentage Of Time

5

Description

Additional Responsibilities

• Helps supervise temporary staff and volunteers.
• Participates in regular team meetings.
• Coordinates meal and snack preparation, ensuring children have adequate nutritious food.
• Models good eating habits and manners and promotes a relaxing mealtime environment.

Percentage Of Time

-

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume