Assistant Teacher Children's Center

Job Summary/Basic Function

• Assistant Teachers are responsible for supporting the emotional and educational needs of all young children.
• They must assist Lead Teachers with intentionally preparing and maintaining an enriched learning environment for individual children based on developmentally appropriate programs according to NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• The Assistant Teacher helps the Lead Teacher assess the needs of each child in their classroom, and then uses this assessment data to differentiate and individualize instruction to support each child’s developing skills and knowledge.
• Assistant Teachers are held accountable for nurturing all children, responding to their interests and needs, and making learning meaningful based on their curiosity and concrete methods.
• Assistant Teachers assist the Lead Teacher in implementing the curriculum, developing ongoing positive partnerships with parents and providing responsive, respectful care for individual needs of children; supervising and evaluating all classroom staff, volunteers, & practicum students in the Lead Teachers absence; maintaining a safe and sanitary environment; performing related work in collaboration with other team teachers.

This position is not eligible for VISA Sponsorship.

Department Overview

The Boise State University Children's Center is Boise State's onsite early care and education center serving Boise State students, staff, and faculty. We have ten classrooms serving children from 2 months to 5 years old, providing care and support tailored to a wide range of developmental needs and abilities.

Level Scope

• Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team.
• Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives.
• Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making.
• This level is typically focused on self development.
• Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Essential Functions

● Interact frequently and respectfully with all children. ● Encourage independence and modeling the use of language. ● Respect and build positive relationships with children and families ● Create a positive emotional climate for children and staff members ● Facilitate positive peer interactions ● Create a predictable, consistent and harmonious classroom. ● Honor and nurture young children’s curiosities and place their interests at the center of our curriculum. We encourage children’s inquiry into their world and support them as initiators, researchers, inventors and explorers. ● Implement lesson plans based on children’s interests and a knowledge of each child’s assessment and screening data; including acquiring a general understanding of the Idaho's Early Learning EGuidelines and NAEYC guidelines for accreditation. ● Intentionally observe and provide respectful attention to children’s words, actions and creations. ● Prioritize the whole child by equally valuing all domains of children’s development, including cognitive, communication, motor, physical, sensory and social-emotional development. Respect all children’s right to grow and develop at their own pace. ● Implement a developmentally appropriate, high quality program for all the children in the group, making reasonable accommodations for children with special needs. ● May perform other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

● Ability to read and interpret written information from a variety of sources in order to complete assignments/duties, and interact with children, parents and staff. ● Ability to write routine reports and correspondence in order to track and direct ongoing activities and work in progress. ● Ability to speak effectively before groups of children, parents, support staff and other teachers.

Minimum Qualifications

● Clearance Letter from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. ● Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR Card. ● Relevant experience working with children ages birth to 5 in a full-time position for at least a year.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary range is $17.25 - $18.36/hr and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Yt-dextMkThD-AxYR_jyFNqjZ9_Hoyix95JzhwkHJIY/edit?usp=sharing], including (but not limited to):
• 12 paid holidays [https://www.boisestate.edu/hr/payroll-and-processing/payroll-and-holiday-calendars/] AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days [https://www.boisestate.edu/hr/benefits/sick-and-annual-leave-accrual/] for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund [https://www.boisestate.edu/hr/benefits/orp/] (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund [https://www.boisestate.edu/hr/benefits/persi/] (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance [https://www.boisestate.edu/hr/benefits/medical-prescription-dental-and-vision/] coverages
• Tuition fee waiver [https://www.boisestate.edu/hr/benefits/tuition-fee-waiver-benefit/] benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page [https://www.boisestate.edu/hr/benefits/] for more information!

Required Application Materials

Resume, Cover Letter, and Three References.

About Us

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/ [https://www.boisestate.edu/about/]