Assistant Teacher Pre K

Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 13,000 students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.

Living in Carrollton, "The City of Dreams," offers the advantages of city life with a small-town vibe. This progressive community with Southern flair offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, nightlife opportunities, and cultural events. Named a City of Excellence in Georgia and listed as one of the 50 Best Small Southern Towns, Carrollton is the cultural, educational, health care, and commercial center for the west Georgia region.

At the heart of Carrollton is its historic downtown and Adamson Square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Each season offers unique local events and opportunities for year-round recreation. Outdoor activities abound through award-winning spaces, including an 18-mile paved walking and biking Greenbelt trail that encircles the city and passes through the UWG campus.

The city embraces the University's students, faculty, and staff, and welcomes the diversity UWG brings to the community.

Invested in education with highly rated city and county K-12 systems, both city and county public school graduation rates are 90% and above and rank among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

This position will serve as an assistant to a preschool Lead Teacher in the UWG Bright from the Start Pre-K program in the COE Early Learning Center. Duties and responsibilities are: Assist Lead Teacher in providing developmentally appropriate teaching for each child based on evidence documented by planning and executing appropriate activities; Assist in gathering evaluative evidence according to grant guidelines; Assist in maintaining appropriate classroom behavior intervention systems; Assisting Lead Teacher in maintaining records and completing appropriate documentation including, but not limited to: lesson planning, checklists, student information, portfolios; Performing non-instructional duties as necessary to the program including, but not limited to: maintaining the safety of the Pre-K children, snack preparation and distribution, maintaining daily cleaning/sanitation, laundry; Assisting Lead Teacher in communicating with families to include newsletters, emails, and telephone calls; Assisting with supervision/mentoring of UWG student workers; Other duties as assigned. This is an annual contract for which continuation is based on availability of grant funding on a yearly basis.

Assisting with instruction and assessment -
Assists Lead Teacher in providing instruction to and assists in gathering assessment of Pre-K Children, including but not limited to: providing developmentally appropriate teaching for each child based on evidence documented by planning and executing appropriate activities, gathering evaluation evidence according to grant guidelines, maintaining appropriate classroom management systems.

Assist with Lead Teacher with Supervision of UWG Students -
Assist with Lead Teacher with Supervision of UWG Students.

UWG duties and responsibilities -
All other duties and responsibilities as prescribed by the University.

Assisting in Record Keeping -
Assists Lead Teacher in maintaining records and completing appropriate documentation including, but not limited to: lesson planning, checklists, student information, portfolios.

Non-Instructional duties -
Performs non-instructional duties as necessary to the program including, but not limited to: maintaining the safety of the Pre-K children, snack preparation and distribution, maintaining daily cleaning/sanitation, laundry.

Educational Requirements
High School Diploma

Other Required Qualifications
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or credentials/degree in Early Childhood.

Required Experience
Must be able to work effectively with children younger than five years of age.

Preferred Experience
Previous work in a school setting with young children.

Salary is based on the Georgia State Base Salary Scale for Teachers.

SKILLS
Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50)

The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM.