Classroom Assistant Teacher
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Job Number: P1195
Work Type: Classified
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: College of Education
Job Title
Classroom Assistant Teacher
Department
Ann Campbell Early Learning Center
Salary
$31,721 - $38,700; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
Assist lead teacher with carrying out the daily activities of the classroom, including leading and engaging children in small and large group activities, assisting with regular routine tasks such as toileting, preparing and assisting with snacks and lunch, and supervising children at all times. Share responsibility with lead teacher to promote children’s development in cognitive, physical, social emotional and self-help skills. Take full responsibility/lead for classroom activities and supervision/oversight when lead teacher's shift ends 1.5 hours each day and in the absence of the lead teacher.
Required Education
High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) with 6 or more college credits in early education, child development or related field regarding the health, well-being or development of children and working with families; OR high school diploma/HSE with 6 or more college credits in the field of early childhood or family studies.
Required Related Experience
One year experience working with young children between birth to five years of age and or their families; OR one or more practicum/intern experiences working with children or their families in a home or community based setting/program.
Desirable Related Experience
- Participation in state approved early childhood professional development program such as Tennessee Early Childhood Training Alliance CDA program
- Participation in training or workshops on best practices and supporting children’s social and emotional development
- One or more years of experience with children and their families from birth to age 5 in home or community-based settings
- One or more years of experience with children ages 1 - 6 years old with special needs/disabilities
Desirable License/Registration/Certification
Child Development Associate (CDA) degree or commitment to complete coursework to earn CDA within first three years of employment. Full funding available to pursue this degree.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Philosophy Required
Special Instruction to Applicants
A Teaching Philosophy is required and should be attached as "Supporting Document" within the Document Upload page of the application.
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MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
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Application Review Date: June 27, 2025
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