Vassar College

Assistant Teacher

Department: Wimpfheimer Nursery School
Duration of Position: Other
Work Schedule:
Employee Type: Auxiliary
Posting Date: 04/21/2022
Union Representation: Not Applicable
Posting Number: AS213P
Pay Rate:

About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar is deeply committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, diversity and inclusiveness. Vassar seeks to create a pluralistic community for all staff, faculty and students. Vassar College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer, and applications from women, individuals with disabilities and members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.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
Wimpfheimer Nursery School and Infant Toddler Center is hiring Assistant Teachers for the school year 2022-23, August 15 - June 24, 8:00am-4:15pm and 9:00am-5:15pm alternating schedule for full time. 9:30am-1:30pm or 12:15pm-5:15pm for part time.
As an assistant teacher, you will support a team approach, working with other educators to develop and implement a high quality early education and care program that reflects the goals of our laboratory nursery school for children ages 0-5. Assistant teachers will exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, clear communication, respectful responsive caregiving practices, and a passion for working with children and families.

Qualifications

• CDA or 2 year degree in ECE or working towards degree in ECE
• Knowledge of positive approaches for child guidance and discipline
• Understanding of a Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum and approaches for learning through play and trusting relationships
• Organize and care for the classroom environment, prepare and arrange materials, clean up and set up
• Knowledge of responsive care rituals to support children through daily rituals such as meals, rest, toilet learning
• Desire to grow and increase knowledge in the field and seek innovative approaches
• Cheerful, nurturing, positive, team player with a collaborative work ethic
• Participate in school events such as parent night and teacher reflections

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT This position requires the candidate to be able to care for childrens physical needs on a consistent basis. Candidates must be able to interact with children on their level; frequent bending, squatting and playing on the floor is expected. Candidate must be able to lift 30 pounds. Candidate must remain alert and productive. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching outside in all seasons and all weather.

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/2561.







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