Teacher Assistant

Essex County College -
Newark, NJ

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From $15.49 an hour

Qualifications

Writing skills
English
High school diploma or GED
Teaching experience with young children
Child Development Associate Certification

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Teacher Assistant

Reports To

Director

Functions and Responsibilities

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Child Development Center or designee, the Teacher Assistant is to assist one or more Group Teachers with the daily activities of the Centry as directed.

Please Note: Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Compensation :
This position offers a competitive starting salary of $15.49.

Join a collaborative, mission-driven college community dedicated to student success and academic excellence.

Supervisory Role

Oral and written instructions are received from the Director of the Child Development Center, or designee. The Teacher Assistant may supervise student workers.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist teachers in planning and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment that assures the safety and wellbeing of the children in his/her care.

Assist with planning and implementing activities developmentally appropriate and in accordance with the philosophy, practices and curriculum objectives of the Center.

Maintain on a daily basis open communication with parents. Provide input for bi-annual assessment of children’s development.

Observe and report any suspect abuse or questionable behaviors and maintain anecdotal records and accident reports in accordance to established policies and procedures.

Attend in-service and staff meetings. Adhere to professional development requirements of the Center.

Ensure adherence with applicable licensing regulations, and compliance with institutional regulations, policies and procedures and the Center’s written work plan.

Ensure adherence with basic principles of early childhood development as defined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Maintain strict confidentiality and security of student, staff, children and client records.

Prepare routine, special and ancillary reports as required.

Perform other related duties as required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and
functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.
Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods of

time.

Move between buildings.
Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.
Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

along with the ability to focus vision.

Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and

vocabulary.

Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle

objects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers,
keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.

Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift.

Additional Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities

High School diploma or equivalent.
Child Development Associate (CDA) certification.
Experience working with pre-school children.
Must demonstrate a high degree of reliability and flexibility.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

Minimum Education Requirements

High School Diploma

Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.)

CDA Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities

Earned crels or current enrollment in college courses in Early Childhood Education or related area.
Demonstrated knowledge of the basic principles of early childhood development as defined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Ability to work an extended schedule, including evenings and weekends, according to demands of the role and tasks.

Education Requirements

Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.)

Posting Details

Posting Information

Open Date

09/09/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Close Date

06/30/2026

Special Instructions Summary

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Essex County College is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Transcripts

Letter of Recommendation (minimum of 3)

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