Work Study Program Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

About Us
Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.
Job Summary
The Floater is responsible for aiding the Lead Teachers in providing a safe and developmentally appropriate child development program for the children in the assigned classroom in accordance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures. Occasional front office duty as needed.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities

• Report to Director or Head Teacher upon arrival for daily assignment.
• Work as a team member to meet the needs of the children classroom and center as a whole.
• Meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Report any suspect abuse to supervisor.
• Clean and arrange classroom environment in accordance to program goals.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Attend in-service and staff meetings.
• Meet all applicable licensing regulations.
• Daily assignments may include coverage for other staff during breaks and planning time, clean toys and educational materials, clean common areas such as bathrooms, kitchen, break room and outdoor play areas, remove garbage, inventory supplies, organize art and supplies cabinets.
• Occasional front office duty may include answering phones, answering door for parents and visitors, making copies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be a current Albany State Student enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Have mobility required to ensure the safety of children.
• Repetitive bending, walking and stretching.
• Work outdoors in any variety of weather.
• Visual and hearing capabilities necessary to maintain safety.
• Perform light duty cleaning.

Preferred Qualifications
Child Development Technical Diploma or Early Childhood Education Technical Diplomas.
Minimum 1 year in child care setting.
Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.
Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.
Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.
Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.
Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test
Equal Employment Opportunity
Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.