Assistant Teacher- Part Time

Assistant Teacher – Part Time (2 positions available)

Position Summary:

The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher works with an Assistant Professor of Instruction / Early Childhood Teacher in a classroom teaching and caring for young children. They provide developmentally appropriate instruction, model best practice for ECEE Teacher Candidates, maintain classroom routines, and communicate with families daily.

• Teach and care for young children following developmentally appropriate practices, Early Learning Content Standards, and licensing rules.
• Plan and coordinate activities to meet children’s developmental and educational needs.
• Take full responsibility of the classroom for 2 hours per day during the absence of the Assistant Professor of Instruction, including implementing classroom routines and activities.
• Communicate with families and ECEE Teacher Candidates about classroom progress.
• Complete documentation required for licensing and accreditation, including family conferences, reports, and curriculum support.
• Participate in required licensing training and ongoing professional development as determined by the Center director.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and less than 3 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Preferred experience with Reggio Emilia–inspired work, emergent curriculum, and nature-based approaches.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with peers and supervisors.

Eligible benefits include sick leave, vacation, holidays paid, winter break closure, and retirement.

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• References
• Unofficial transcripts

Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law.

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on July 3, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.