Federal Work Study Student - Tender Tech: Pre-School Student Assistant

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Job Title:
Federal Work Study Student - Tender Tech: Pre-School Student Assistant
Agency:
Southern Crescent Technical College
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000006506
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
$13.00/HOUR
Job Description:
Pre-School Student Assistant (COMMUNITY WORK STUDY)
UP TO 20 HOURS/WEEK NON-CLASS TIME
Location:
TenderTech 1533 Hwy19S
Thomaston, GA. 30286, Thomaston, GA
Southern Crescent Technical College has an exciting opportunity for energetic, compassionate, and aspiring Early Childhood Education professionals to gain valuable experience and industry insight as a Community Work Study Pre-School Student Assistant. The eligible candidate will provide classroom support under the supervision of qualified Head Start staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program at Southern Crescent Technical College.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Federal Work-Study eligible student enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program at Southern Crescent Technical College.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, and sit regularly and lift items up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with young children, families, and classroom staff.
• Must successfully complete all required facility orientation, health, safety, confidentiality, and child development training.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Classroom Management: Assist the lead teacher with preparing classroom materials, implementing daily lesson plans, organizing learning centers, and supporting developmentally appropriate educational activities.
• Child Supervision & Safety: Assist classroom staff in maintaining a safe learning environment by actively monitoring children during classroom activities, transitions, playground activities, meals, and rest periods.
• Personal Care & Routines: Assist classroom staff in guiding young children through daily routines, including handwashing, meals and snacks, toileting and diapering procedures, and nap or rest periods, in accordance with facility policies, required training, and supervisor direction.
• Social-Emotional Support: Encourage positive peer interactions, sharing, appropriate behavior, and age-appropriate conflict resolution among children.
• Classroom Housekeeping: Perform classroom-related housekeeping duties as assigned, including preparing and cleaning classroom materials and assisting with snack and lunch preparation and clean-up.
• Documentation and Parent Communication Support: Assist classroom staff with age-appropriate documentation and preparation of materials related to children’s classroom activities and developmental progress. All direct communication with parents or guardians regarding a child’s development, behavior, or progress must be conducted or approved by designated classroom staff. Southern Crescent Technical College
• Other: Attend staff meetings, orientation sessions, training, and other work-related functions as required for student workers.
SALARY:
Hourly community work-study rate of $13/hour. .
SPECIAL NOTES:
Only those who are interviewed will be notified of the status of the position.
Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background investigation and motor vehicle screening.
Minimum Qualifications:
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.