Teacher Assistant, Child Development Lab School
Salary
$15.67 Hourly
Location
Waco, TX
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00555
Division (Department)
Instruction & Student Engagement
Department (Division)
Workforce & Public Service
Opening Date
06/17/2026
LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES:
Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.
Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Teacher Assistant supports the daily operation of the Child Development Lab School by assisting with the implementation of developmentally appropriate learning activities and providing a safe, nurturing environment for young children. This position works collaboratively with teachers, students, and families to support childrens growth and development while serving as a model early childhood education setting for community college students participating in laboratory and observation experiences. This position receives general supervision from the Facility Director and exercises no supervision.
NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:
Knowledge of: 1. Early childhood development and age-appropriate learning practices; 2. Texas DFPS Minimum Standards and applicable childcare regulations; 3. National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards and best practices; 4. Child health, safety, nutrition, and wellness principles; 5. Positive behavior guidance and classroom management techniques; 6. Developmentally appropriate curriculum, learning environments, and child observation/documentation methods; Skills in: 7. Working effectively with young children in an early childhood education setting; 8. Supporting classroom instruction, learning activities, and daily routines; 9. Building positive relationships and communicating effectively with children, families, students, colleagues, and community members; 10. Maintaining current CPR, First Aid, and emergency response procedures; Ability to: 11. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, families, students, coworkers, and community members; 13. Model appropriate teaching, interaction, and guidance strategies for lab students and teacher aides; 14. Support a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children of diverse backgrounds and abilities; 15. Exercise sound judgment, problem-solving, decision-making, adaptability, professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in classroom situations; 16. Provide caring, high-quality service by creating welcoming experiences, communicating clearly and proactively, addressing needs with professionalism and empathy, and ensuring individuals are thoughtfully connected to appropriate resources.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Restricted-Sustained posture, for prolonged periods; light lifting, some walking, pushing, pulling on a regular basis. Unpleasant Exposure Minor Hazard-Moderate exposure to dust, grease, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes, and unpleasant but not hazardous odors are present. There is occasional exposure to risk controlled by safety precautions. Frequency and severity are limited.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:Earned CDA credential or a minimum of 12 credit hours completed in early childhood education/child development, elementary education, and/or early childhood special education from an accredited college or university
Experience: More than 6 months of experience working with young children ages birth to five (5) years, including work study, graduate work, and internships
Special Requirements: Commitment to obtain Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Reporting and Recognizing Abuse and Neglect and other required trainings certifications within 90 days of employment
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
MCC provides equal opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf
McLennan Community College offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our Culture and Benefits here.
Employer McLennan Community College
Address 1400 College Drive
ADM #101
Waco, Texas, 76708
Phone 254-299-8605
254-299-8611
Website http://www.mclennan.edu