Substitute Teaching Assistant - Kingsport - UETHDA

Position Summary

Looking to inspire young learners while enjoying the flexibility to work on days you are available?  As a Substitute Teaching Assistant, you’ll help create engaging, nurturing classrooms and contribute to each child’s development. Through smiles, play, and meaningful interactions, you’ll play an important role in their learning journey. If you’re excited to inspire young minds, we’d love to welcome you to our team!

Substitute Teaching Assistant openings in Washington County, Sullivan County, Greene County, Hawkins County and Unicoi County.

Our Culture

Since 1964, UETHDA has been all about Helping People. Changing Lives. We're passionate about making a difference in our community through education, support, and collaboration. If you believe in empowering others and fostering growth, you’ll feel right at home here!

Essential Functions:

• Support children's social and emotional development using positive guidance.
• Help organize and maintain a safe, healthy classroom and teach bus safety.
• Observe, assess, and assist in planning activities to meet each child’s needs.
• Conduct home visits, attend parent meetings, and communicate with families.
• Collaborate with staff to support families and access resources.
• Prepare records, submit reports, and attend meetings and training.
• Follow agency policies and complete tasks assigned by supervisors.
• Assist children on and off the bus as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Substitute Teaching Assistants have the flexibility to work the days they have availability. Classrooms have varying day shift operating hours Monday through Friday.  

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One year’s experience working with preschool children.
• Basic Use of Microsoft Office Programs.
• Must possess the physical ability to get down on the floor with the children and lift children weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must meet all requirements outlined in the State of Tennessee DHS “Standards for Day Care Centers Serving Preschool Children.”

EOE Statement

UETHDA hires high quality staff from a variety of fields and education levels who have a passion for changing the lives of others. UETHDA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Salary

All substitutes regardless of education are paid $13.00 per hour.