Thank you for your interest in a teacher assistant position at the BSU Children's Center. The majority of students hired for the fall and spring semesters have been awarded Work Study as part of their financial aid package; we have only limited funding available to hire teacher assistants without Work Study. Please read the job description and then complete the application. Please be sure to list ALL the days and times you would be available to work, even if it's just an hour or two between classes.

The Children's Center is usually open both summer sessions, and we generally hire two students full time from late May until early August.  Please note: summer positions do not require Work Study.

Teacher Assistant Job Description

• Must be currently enrolled as a student at Bridgewater State University.
• Enjoyment of young children and previous experience working with preschoolers ages two years nine months through age six.
• Interest in early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices; early childhood education majors preferred.
• Certification by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care is very desirable.
• Current training in basic first aid given by a certified instructor, or willingness to complete a basic first aid course.
• Computer skills, artistic ability, and/or knowledge of child development a plus.

• Assist teachers in supervising children ages two years nine months through age six. Only those who meet the Department of Early Education and Care's teacher requirements will have unmonitored contact with children.
• Assist teachers in preparing and maintaining a classroom that is stimulating, clean, orderly, and safe.
• Guide and support children through the daily routine, promoting self-help and conflict resolution skills.
• Restock supplies and help rotate and organize educational materials.
• Assist with record keeping, general typing, and clerical tasks.
• Attend in-service training sessions and workshops.
• Fulfill all training and registration requirements established by the MA Department of Early Education and Care.

Teacher Assistant On-Line Application

Name:

Class of: Major:

Email address:

Address:

Telephone:

Why are you interested in working at the Children's Center?

What experience have you had working with young children ages two to six?

Please list any early childhood courses you have taken, and where:

Do you have any hobbies, special interests, or talents which you feel would be applicable to a job with young children?

Would you be willing to do other jobs at the Center in addition to working with the children, such as disinfecting tables, toys and equipment, helping to make bulleting boards, and filing?

Given that the Center is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., please list all the days of the week and times you would be available to work

How many hours per week are you interested in working?

How much money have you been awarded through the Work Study program per semester?

Do you have any additional comments?