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Western Kentucky University PT Teacher Aide in Bowling Green, Kentucky
Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Posted On: Mon Feb 17 2020 Job Description:
Western Kentucky University (WKU), Training and Technical Assistance Services- Child Care Centers, is seeking applicants for a part-time Classroom Teacher Aide. This is a revenue dependent position and continued employment is subject to availability of funds.
Responsibilities: Part-time teacher aides are responsible for assisting Classroom Teachers with activities and child supervision. Activities may involve small or large groups, or individual interaction. General day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with meals, toileting, rest time, outside play, field trips, and other learning center activities.
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
Previous work experience with children age 0-5 years old.
Must have physical capability to lift up to 40 pounds
Additional Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Must enroll in CDA program and complete credential requirements within one year of hiring or enroll in Early Childhood Education program and obtain ECE AA degree within 4 years of hiring.
A criminal background check along with a copy of a TB skin test is required prior to entrance into the classroom.
A copy of a general health/physical is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Expected Salary Range: $10.50 - $14.00 per hour
Rate determined by qualifications, education and experience.
Will work approximately 25 hours per week. Center hours 7:30am to 5:30pm
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all candidates. Western Kentucky University will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.
Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php
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