University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 days ago

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About the role

The test involves squatting, bending, reaching lifting, carrying, etc. of varying weights to simulate the physical demands you may experience while on the job.
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening.
PLEASE NOTE: resumes and cover letters will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application.

Documents effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to relay pertinent information and provide updates of child activities per established guidelines and regulations
Maintains the safety and physical well-being of children in a designated classroom
Assists with basic technical and administrative classroom support
In collaboration with the Lead Educator, the Assistant Educator helps organize classroom operations, maintain instructional materials and records, and support the coordination of daily classroom activities.
The Assistant Educator establishes and maintains positive relationships with families by communicating children's daily activities, developmental milestones, and classroom experiences.

Certification in hands-on Pediatric First Aid, AED and CPR is required upon start date and must be maintained during incumbency.
UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law.
In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
The position also assists with onboarding, mentoring, and providing day-to-day guidance to student employees while contributing feedback for required student staff evaluations.

Classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited program
Evidence of strong communication and organizational skills
Evidence of the ability to work well in a complex, team environment with both professional and student staff
Working knowledge of child development and implementation and its application in classroom management
Evidence of the ability to understand and communicate children's development and needs to families.

The position facilitates learning experiences and supports daily classroom routines, including meals, transitions, rest periods, outdoor play, and other age-appropriate activities.
The Assistant Educator helps maintain a safe, healthy, and organized classroom environment by actively supervising children and ensuring compliance with all health, safety, licensing, and accreditation standards.
Updates and organizes individualized and developmental educational plans for children
Assists with the planning and facilitation of classroom programming and classroom coordination and organization for a early childhood education facility according to established curriculums
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability.
If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
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