• Teacher Assistant

    Connecticut College (New London, CT)


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    Position Information

    Position Title Teacher Assistant

     

    Department Children's Program -Group

     

    Pay Type Non Exempt

     

    Appointment Type (A) Continuing Part-Time

     

    Hours Per Week 35

     

    Number of weeks 48 weeks per year

     

    other - # of weeks 48

     

    Benefits Eligible Full Benefits

     

    Geographical Regional

     

    Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement Yes

     

    Work Schedule

    Job Description

    General Scope of Duties

    Provide support to the classroom teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment. Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for daily activities; aids instructional efforts of the teacher and assists in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas.

    General Duties and Responsibilities

    1. Duties in relationship to individual children or in groups

    + Help teacher in curriculum implementation of educational program

    + Help with daily record keeping and appropriate reporting

    + Help teacher evaluate children as appropriate

    + Help teacher with case management

    + Help teacher in planning future placements

    + Maintain safe and organized physical environment for children

    + Help in data collection for research projects as required

    2. Duties in relationship to other staff

    + Assist in daily set-up of classroom

    + Aid in implementing the programs of the professional specialists

    + Communicate effectively with team members

    + Maintain regular communication with Program Director, Laboratory Coordinator and teachers

    + Attend staff meetings when appropriate

    + Maintain positive professional work environment

    + Attend in-service meetings as appropriate

    3. Duties in relationship to parents

    + Maintain informal contact with parents

    + Participate in parent social and educational function with other staff, conduct home visits when appropriate

    + Discuss child’s program with parent and teacher when appropriate

    + Participate in formal parent conferences when required by teacher

    4. Duties in relationship to college students

    + Help teacher in guiding college student classroom participation when appropriate

    Education and Skills

    + High school degree required. Within four months of hire, the selected candidate must be designated as eligible to have unsupervised access to children in a child care center by the CT Commissioner of Early Childhood.

    + One year working with preschool age children necessary

    Preferred Qualifications

    Physical Demands

    Strength and Handling:

    + Lifting: (Must specify maximum weight and frequency, e.g., “Lifting up to 25 lbs frequently.”)

    + Carrying: (Must specify maximum weight and frequency.)

    + Pushing/Pulling: Exerting force to move objects or operate controls.

    + Fine Manipulation: Use of hands/fingers for tasks (e.g., keyboarding, grasping).

    Movement and Posture:

    + Standing

    + Walking

    + Sitting

    + Bending/Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward at the waist.

    + Kneeling: Resting on knees.

    + Reaching: Extending arms and hands in any direction (Specify: Overhead/Below Shoulder).

    Sensory and Communication:

    + Close Visual Acuity: Required for reading, computer work, and inspection.

    + Hearing: Required to distinguish speech and alarms.

    + Speaking/Talking: Required for communication and conveying instructions.

     

    Driving Required No

     

    Salary Range $17.33

    Note

    Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity.

     

    Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Open Date 11/13/2025

     

    Applications accepted through

     

    Open Until Filled Yes

     

    Documents needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter

     

    Optional Documents

     

    Supplemental Questions

     

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

    + Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?

    + Yes

    + No

    + Do you have a valid drivers license?

    + Yes

    + No

    + Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?

    + Yes

    + No