Assistant Teacher - Harris-Stowe State University

Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) located in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe’s beautiful campus is minutes from the renown Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe’s diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the St. Louis region.

Job Summary

Harris-Stowe State University (HSSU) invites nominations and applications for the Teaching Supervisor of the Clay Early Childhood Center. The state-of-the-art Early Childhood Development/Parenting Education Center has an opening and seeks to fill the position of Teacher Assistant. Under the careful supervision of the teacher, teacher assistants will cooperatively provide a quality environment to care for children in assigned group. Assistants must have the ability to lead class in the absence of the teacher.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet the daily needs of children
• Maintain the necessary and appropriate routines
• Use age appropriate classroom curricula activities and management practices
• Greet parents and children upon arrival and departure
• Assist teacher in setting up daily activities
• Model appropriate behaviors for children
• Demonstrate acceptance and respect for families of diverse cultures and structures
• Assist the Lead teacher with planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate lesson plan
• Create a safe, supportive learning environment utilizing developmentally appropriate practices Assist with cleanliness and organization of the classroom environment
• Establish relationships with the children using positive, responsive care-giving and interactions and developmentally appropriate practices
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Sociology or 60 credit hours from an accredited university in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Sociology
• At least two years’ experience working with young children and families
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to use correct English at all times.
• Savvy in technology, to include but not limited to use of computers and iPads, videotaping and editing, to electronically collect and analyzed data for program improvement
• The ability to supervise and to collaborate with cooperating teachers, administrators, faculty and student teachers
• To review and analyze assessments and provide input in the process of construction and evaluation
• The ability to write reflective reports for interactions with stakeholders
• Flexible in convening and participating in meetings
• The ability to be objective and establish high expectation and at the same time understand the contextual setting
• Classroom management
• Skill set in interpersonal relations

Physical Requirements

• Successful candidates must have the ability to travel frequently from one site to another. Should have adequate sight to engage in word processing, view screens, the ability to climbing stairs, ability to sit for extended periods of time in meetings and observations, etc. Must be capable of lifting at least 15 pounds.

"Please No Phone Calls"

Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.