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Teaching Assistant

Employer
George Mason University
Location
Fairfax, VA
Salary
$10-$12/hour; Commensurate with education and experience
Closing date
Jun 13, 2021

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Industry
Education
Function
School and Teaching
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Teaching Assistant

The George Mason University Child Development Center seeks dynamic individuals with experience working with very young children to serve as Teaching Assistants in our two-year-old program. Multiple positions available are part-time (29 hours per week, and average 6 hours/day). Staff at the Mason CDC are dedicated to the service of supporting children and families, and passionate about their role in a diverse, professional education community. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities: This position will report to the Director of the Child Development Center.

* Ensure the daily care and education of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards with the guidance of the classroom Teacher; * Communicate directly with parents to establish and maintain family partnerships in the best interest of each child; * Help maintain a fun and interactive classroom that is safe, clean, organized, developmentally appropriate and engaging; * Assist classroom teacher and support the overall center team; * Other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications: * Demonstrated experience working with young children; * Availability to work 29 hours/week, averaging 6 hours per day, M-F; * High School diploma, or combination of education and experience; * Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working in an early childhood setting; * Some coursework, in early childhood education or child development.

"For full consideration, applicants must apply at https://jobs.gmu.edu/ ; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information."

"Great Careers Begin at Mason!

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!

George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition."

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Company

George Mason University is a university with three campuses, each with a distinctive academic focus that plays a critical role in the economy of its region. At each campus, students, faculty, and staff have full access to all the university's resources, while duplication of programs and support services is minimized through the use of technology. In addition to the main campus in Fairfax, the university has campuses in Arlington and Prince William Counties.

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Website
Location
4400 University Dr
MSN 3C3
Fairfax
VA
22030
US

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