Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Child Development Center Assistant Teacher- Norfolk Role Title Education Support Assistant Role Code 29141-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 01 Position Number 295W5523 Agency Tidewater Community College Division Tidewater Community College (Div) Work Location Norfolk - 710 Hiring Range $14.31 per hour part time Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category C-Technician Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule Varies, center hours are 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Part time- up to 29hr per week Sensitive Position No Job Description Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads - both students and employers - for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 28,000 students in 2019-20. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,203 graduates in 2019-2020, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 36% enrolled at TCC. TCC's institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The Assistant Teacher of the Child Development Center aids the Lead Teachers in classroom. The Assistant Teacher will adhere with compliance measures established by state licensing regulations set forth in maintaining a high-quality early childhood program according to Virginia's Unified Measurement System and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This position has been designated an essential position. The employee filling this position may be required to report to work or otherwise fulfill the responsibilities of the position in the event of a college/campus closure due to weather or other emergent condition(s). Functional Responsibilities: Assist with the implementation of planned lessons to support learning and child development. Support program health and safety measures in the classroom. Serve and supervise mealtimes that reflect family style dining. Always ensure the supervision and accountability of children in care. Maintain appropriate child to teacher ratios. Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable. Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. interact professionally with employees, parents, and local community members. Provides parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their child or program activities. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Must be at 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent. A child development credential by an organization listed in §22.1-289.048 of the Code of Virginia Ability to supervise or manage children age 6 weeks to 12 years old. Knowledge of activity planning and special events for child development centers. Demonstrated ability to communicate with children using approved child development techniques. Ability to communicate (orally and written) with parents, faculty, and staff. Knowledge of and ability to clean and sanitize children's materials and play areas. Ability to lift and maintain 40 pounds Additional Considerations Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential is preferred. Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel N/A Posting Detail Information Posting Number WGE_2063P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/23/2024 Job Close Date 08/20/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website TCC.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155 Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes. E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/75515 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume * Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents * Other Document * AHP Letter