Position DetailsPosition Information
Working Title Part-Time Children's Center Teacher
Position Status Part Time
Department School of Liberal Arts and Education
General SummaryThe Part-Time Teacher in the Children's Center will Assist full time teachers in classrooms with infants up to small children. The part-time children's center teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children. This role involves planning and implementing educational activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Specific Position Duties - Assisting full time teachers in classrooms with infants up to small children.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
- Supervise children at all times, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere where all children feel valued and respected.
- Observe and assess each child's progress and development, providing feedback to parents and guardians.
- Identify any developmental concerns and work with parents and specialists to address them.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their child's progress and any center activities.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and supportive educational environment.
Minimum Qualifications - Must meet the staff requirements of the Texas Department of Protective & Regulatory Service Standards for Day-Care Centers.
- 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Competency in office skills including typing, spelling, and the use of grammar.
- Filing skills and ability to organize, maintain, and retrieve from a large system.
- Must possess maturity and sensitivity, with the ability to relate well to both children and adults.
- Ability to understand and follow the philosophy of the Odessa College Children's Center.
- Must be able to pass the WorkSTEPS assessment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with children.
Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience working with young children in an educational setting.
Annual SalaryHiring Range 12.00/hr
Work Hours Part-time hours, which may include mornings, afternoons, or a combination of both, depending on the center's needs.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number A02004P
Job Open DateQuick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.odessa.edu/postings/15023