Teacher Aide

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
The University of South Dakota

Working Title
Teacher Aide

Posting Number
CSA02160P

Department
USD-Head Start

Physical Location of Position (City)
Tea

Posting Text

USD Head Start is seeking a Teacher Aide for the Tea, SD Head Start classroom. This is a full-time SD state-benefits eligible position. Hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 Monday - Friday with a 1/2 hr unpaid lunch. This is a 9.5-month position that works from mid August to 5/31.

Benefits include accrual of annual and sick leave, paid holidays, life insurance, matching contribution to the SDRS and health insurance.

Position responsibilities include working with a Teacher and Nutrition aide to support children ages 3-5 in a preschool classroom setting. Prefer candidate with experience with young children and Child Development Associate Credential. If CDA not yet earned, the program has funding to support employee in earning CDA.

Posting Date
09/18/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
09/25/2024

Advertised Salary
$16.50 - $18.00, based on experience and qualifications

Duration of the Term
9.5 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100

Work Hours

40 hours a week - 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday with 1/2 hr unpaid lunch break.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires
Other

If other, please indicate
Obtain CDA if needed

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Head Start provides free health, education and development services to families with young children. A federally funded program, we work with families to recognize their unique characteristics, cultural values and strengths, and offer services like:
- Individualized learning
- Vision, hearing and developmental screenings
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Health services
- Parent education
- Community resource information
We offer services in Clay, Lincoln, Turner and Union counties. These services are available in-home or at one of our local centers and some are offered on a full-day, year-round basis. Visit https://www.usd.edu/education/head-start

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

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Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Latex Gloves

If other protection is used please identify

Physical Requirements

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Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Crouching, Lifting light, Reaching, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking

Describe any of the conditions selected

Position supervises young children in indoor and outdoor environments

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

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Classroom Environment, Office Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

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Documents Needed to Apply

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Resume

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