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Stephen F. Austin State University Student Assistant (Teacher Assistant) in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Job Title Student Assistant (Teacher Assistant)
General Description
This is a student position responsible for meeting the daily emotional and physical needs of children in an assigned classroom. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Job Duties
Greets parents and gathers information about the child.
Supports teachers as necessary and provides children with tasks, supplies, projects, food, and/or snacks as needed.
Tends to children’s needs and interacts with them.
May launder children’s clothing as needed.
Cleans, sanitizes, and disinfects toys and equipment as needed.
Provides activities for children (i.e., outside play, walks, trips.)
Fills out and files accident reports as needed.
Completes other necessary paperwork as required.
Cleans respective room and “play yard” as assigned.
Assists with special projects as assigned.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files.
Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, university faculty & staff, and the general public.
Ability to create projects for children in their classroom.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to operate equipment such as thermometers, dishwasher & dryer, and telephone.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
All ECHL employees must complete 24 pre-service training hours per child care licensing requirements, obtain CPR certification within 30 days of hire date, and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks. Training resources are provided.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number SA2023-204
Number of Vacancies 20-30
Posting Open Date 09/15/2023
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule
Min Pay Rate 7.25/hr
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/10633
Department Information
Department Early Childhood Lab
Contact Name Alexis Beck
Contact Phone 936-468-4006
Contact Email alexis.beck@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
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