What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher, ELRC position at The University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music?
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number SAECC3822 Advertised Title Assistant Teacher, ELRC Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department Minimum Position Qualifications
High school diploma with 2 years of experience in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential reflective of the age group of children they are supporting. Alternatively, assistant teachers may have qualifications equivalent to a CDA or experience in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
OR
Bachelor’s degree (Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field).
Special Conditions
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
The Department Is Especially Interested In Candidates That Have
Monday – Friday
7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule.
Posting Date 02/06/2025 Closing Date 12/31/2025 Open Until Screening Begins No Hiring Range $29,250 per year Full-Time/Part-Time Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.
Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Consistently reliable and dependable.
Delivers on commitments on a timely basis.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with children, young adults, and faculty members.
Ability to assist with the implementation of an instructional program and to participate in monitoring and ensuring appropriate student behavior.
Knowledge of Child Development and Education.
Additional Position Information Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)
Job Duties
Duties & Responsibilities
Provides student oversight and supervision.
Provides a safe and nurturing environment for growth.
Leads small group instruction at the direction of the supervising faculty.
Abides by the ideals and principles set forth by the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
Maintains compliance with DOE Childcare Licensure and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
Assists supervising teacher in curriculum development and delivery of classroom activities.
Provides day to day support for the supervising teacher to facilitate classroom routines and daily caregiving tasks.
Participates in classroom management, set-up, break-down, decoration, etc. at the direction of the supervising faculty.
Communicates directly with supervising teachers and school staff related to the needs of the children and their families.
Duties & Responsibilities
Other responsibilities and activities as assigned by designated staff and supervising teachers.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Information
Posting Number SAECC3822 Advertised Title Assistant Teacher, ELRC Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department Minimum Position Qualifications
High school diploma with 2 years of experience in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential reflective of the age group of children they are supporting. Alternatively, assistant teachers may have qualifications equivalent to a CDA or experience in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
OR
Bachelor’s degree (Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field).
Special Conditions
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
The Department Is Especially Interested In Candidates That Have
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential reflective of the age group of children they are supporting. Alternatively, assistant teachers may have qualifications equivalent to a CDA or experience in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree (Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field).
- Experience working in an early childhood center.
Monday – Friday
7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule.
Posting Date 02/06/2025 Closing Date 12/31/2025 Open Until Screening Begins No Hiring Range $29,250 per year Full-Time/Part-Time Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.
Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Consistently reliable and dependable.
Delivers on commitments on a timely basis.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with children, young adults, and faculty members.
Ability to assist with the implementation of an instructional program and to participate in monitoring and ensuring appropriate student behavior.
Knowledge of Child Development and Education.
Additional Position Information Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)
Job Duties
Duties & Responsibilities
Provides student oversight and supervision.
Provides a safe and nurturing environment for growth.
Leads small group instruction at the direction of the supervising faculty.
Abides by the ideals and principles set forth by the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
Maintains compliance with DOE Childcare Licensure and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
Assists supervising teacher in curriculum development and delivery of classroom activities.
Provides day to day support for the supervising teacher to facilitate classroom routines and daily caregiving tasks.
Participates in classroom management, set-up, break-down, decoration, etc. at the direction of the supervising faculty.
Communicates directly with supervising teachers and school staff related to the needs of the children and their families.
Duties & Responsibilities
Other responsibilities and activities as assigned by designated staff and supervising teachers.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Describe your experience working with children. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Salary : $29,250
