Organization
Teaching Support Staff Assistant 

POSITION INFORMATION: 

We are in search of early childhood substitute teachers for our Happy Teacher Project. Teaching Support Staff Assistants will serve in a long-term substitute teaching position in Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms to support teachers who are participating in the Happy Teacher Project intervention in the Tahlequah area. This position is temporary and seasonal. Teaching Support Staff Assistants are expected to work up to five days a week for up to 4 hours per day during the project intervention (ten weeks). 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Substitute Teaching. Supports children and teachers in assigned early childhood classrooms. Oversees young children ages birth to 5. Provides high quality direct care for children, including supervising play and developmentally appropriate activities, feeding, diapering. Assists teachers with all classroom-related duties.  Record Keeping. Keeps detailed record of hours, mileage and training received while employed with the University.

Job Location
REQUIREMENTS:

Required Education: High School Diploma and some education in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field required. Associates degree preferred, AND: 

Some experience teaching in a child care classroom with children aged birth to 5 is required. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/ and Other Characteristics: 

• Knowledge of child development and early childhood education.
• Strong computer and oral/written communication skills.
• Strong work ethics and professionalism.
• Scheduling flexibility required. Must be able to work up to 4 hours per day during regular work hours (M-F).
• Local and possibly statewide travel required.  
• Must pass OSBI fingerprinting background check.
• Must have reliable transportation.   

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides

Organization: Early Childhood Ed Institute
Job Location: Oklahoma-Tulsa
Schedule: Part-time
Job Posting: Aug 8, 2024