Kids' College Teacher Assistant

At Amarillo College, our mission is: ​Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. ​Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Part-Time Kids' College Teacher Assistants who will be all-in on our mission and who will teach education, fitness, culinary, arts, computer, painting, and sports. We have Community Enrichment classes, Senior’s College and Kid’s College.

Must Be At Least 16 Years of Age

Requirements

EDUCATION:

• Required: Currently working on High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: First Aid and CPR Certification.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Preferred: Successful Teaching Experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report directly to the Site Supervisor.
• Follow the established rules and expectations of the program.
• Assist teacher in maintaining order and structure during class.
• Be actively engaged and involved with students each day.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with co-workers.
• Be flexible with lesson plan and activity changes.
• Ensure space is safe, clean and organized.

• Participate in and complete performance assessments/evaluations as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Possess excellent communication, oral and social skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude under stress.
• Adaptable when dealing with a variety of ages.
• Capable of following directions and chain of command.

Notice: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test.

Salary: Amarillo College Staff Salary Schedule Pay grade 4, $15.00 per hour.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies as needed. Be able to walk, bend, stand, squat or sit on the floor (with students). Be able to physically respond quickly in an emergency.

Commitment Statement: Amarillo College is dedicated to building a workforce that embraces a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culturally aware team at every organizational level. Our goal is a faculty and staff that mirrors the distinctiveness of our community and is continually enhancing their skills and knowledge to better serve our entire student population.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.

Benefits

Part-time employees are entitled to a free membership at First Bank Southwest Fitness center, Free tuition up to 6 credits per semester, and a generous retirement plan.