Preschool Assistant Teacher
East Carolina University, United States
about 20 hours ago
Location:
Greenville, SOUTH
CAROLINA
Deadline:
30 Mar 2026
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title Preschool Assistant Teacher
Position Number 001004
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Time-Limited No
Department Homepage hhp.ecu/hdfs/ndcdc/
Advertising Department
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY SCIENCE
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title 13800 Early Childhood Development Practitioner
Competency Level 2
- Journey
Working Title Preschool Assistant Teacher
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $35,498
- $43,867
Anticipated Hiring Range $35,498
Salary Grade Equivalency NC01
Work Schedule Monday
- Friday
Work Hours 8:00 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m.
Position Location (City) Greenville
Job Category Staff
- Service
Organizational Unit Overview The position will be housed in the Department of Human Development and Family Science and with the Nancy W.
Darden Child Development Center (NDCDC). The Nancy W. Darden Child Development Center (NDCDC) is the early childhood educational program operated by the department. It provides early education and care to preschool children ages 3 months through 5 years. Departmental undergraduate students' complete practicums and internships in the Nancy W. Darden Child Development Center (NDCDC). The position will report to the Director of the Nancy W. Darden Child Development Center (NDCDC) who reports to the Department Chair.
Job Duties 20
- Classroom
To provide for the care, safety, and wellbeing of all children in the group.
To implement a model program that complies with all health and safety best practices for young children.
To assist in the evaluation of the program at the end of each semester and to make daily adjustments as needed.
To maintain a physical environment which meets the changing needs of young children.
To handle any special situations and emergencies that may arise.
Serves as a model teacher for students, volunteers, and practicing professionals who may visit the NDCDC.
To participate in staff meetings, discussions and ongoing training regarding the program, children and parents.
Support faculty participation in and utilization of the classroom in regard to related courses.
Coordinate the utilization of graduate teaching assistants, students, and volunteers in the classroom.
30
- Interactions
To work cooperatively with the staff in the provision on education and care to mixed-age groups of preschool children.
To give primary care to a group of preschool children.
To handle any special situations and emergencies that may arise.
Instruct, supervise, and assist with evaluation of students assigned to the classroom for observation and practicum experiences.
Serves as a model teacher for students, volunteers, and practicing professionals who may visit the NDCDC.
Support faculty participation in and utilization of the classroom in regard to related courses.
Maintain effective interpersonal interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.
Instruct, supervise, and evaluate students assigned to the classroom for observation and practicum experiences.
The ability to communicate effectively with young children using approved interaction techniques.
Coordinate the utilization of graduate teaching assistants, students, and volunteers in the classroom.
25
- Curriculum
To demonstrate a sound knowledge of child growth and development and good teaching practices.
Serves as a model teacher for students, volunteers, and practicing professionals who may visit the NDCDC.
Other duties as assigned.
The ability to knowledge of developmental levels to children's activities.
The ability to oversee both small and large groups of children at the same time.
The ability to plan, prepare, and present nutritious snacks for young children.
A general knowledge of nutrition, health and first aid.
10
- Parents
To provide specific information to parents about their children.
To share general information on child growth and development with parents, volunteers and others who participate in educational programs offered by the department.
Maintain effective interpersonal interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.
15
- Assessment
To demonstrate a sound knowledge of child growth and development and good teaching practices.
Instruct, supervise, and assist with evaluation of students assigned to the classroom for observation and practicum experiences.
Instruct, supervise, and evaluate students assigned to the classroom for observation and practicum experiences.
Contingent on funding
Minimum Education/Experience High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related childcare experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education Successful experience in high quality childcare program.
License or Certification required by the Department None
Special Instructions to Applicant Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date 03/23/2026
Job Close Date
- Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.
m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 03/30/2026
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting ecu.peopleadmin/postings/92347
Alternate option If no applicants who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
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