Job TitleTask Worker: CHILD- Summer Program Teacher Agency Texas A&M University - Commerce Department Children's Learning Center Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCommerce, Texas Job TypeTemporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term) Job Description *Children's Learning Center is hiring task workers for Summer 2024! INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please provide the following documents: Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document. If you need assistance with this or any other matter, please contact us at HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu. SUMMARY: The Task Worker- Early Childhood Teacher, supervises an assigned group of children. Provides support for educational, emotional, and physical needs of children under care or supervision. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans, prepares, and implements developmentally appropriate lessons based on curriculum and developmental guidelines Interacts, observes, encourages, and supervises children in the classroom, outdoors, and during field trips. Delegates classroom responsibilities Adheres to all policies and procedures. Determines individual needs of children in class. Prepares and maintains daily observational reports regarding significant individual and group behavior. Maintains daily attendance records, classroom records, and other documentation including portfolios of children’s work. Resolves conflicts or difficulties with children or parents. Provides conference times with parents periodically or as requested. Establishes and maintains good communication with families through weekly lesson plans, monthly newsletters, and parent/teacher conferences. Meets all training deadlines. Submits required documentation, such as lesson plans, daily reports and newsletters by due dates. Develops and implements programming assuring the appropriate cognitive, effect, and psychomotor development of children. Assists with the designs and implementation of research projects. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Two years of related experience in an elementary age group setting or school age summer camp. Knowledge / Skills: Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and curriculum planning. Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Licensing/Professional Certifications: None Physical Requirements: None Other Requirements: None PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE: SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: None *Position is limited to Summer 2024 only. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. We are Commerce. We are Lions! Welcome! We are excited that you want to forge your future with a career at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Our main campus is located in Commerce, Texas, at the eastern edge of North Texas with multiple instructional sites as well as a robust online presence. We are proud to be one of the largest universities in the prestigious Texas A&M University System. Since 1889 A&M-Commerce has educated the people of Texas and, ever increasingly, points beyond. We remain true to our founder William Leonidas Mayo’s creed of “ceaseless industry, fearless investigation, unfettered thought, and unselfish service to others.” Texas A&M University-Commerce is committed to and promotes equal opportunity for all. This commitment includes equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and program accessibility. It is also committed to make its workplaces, campuses, and programs accessible to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Texas A&M University-Commerce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (903) 886-5080 or HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu.