Student Assistant, Family Learning Center

Student Assistant, Family Learning Center

Location

Family Learning Center of Tyler

Job Type

Student Assistant

Job Number

2026-00132

Department

Family Learning Center

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Number of Months

N/A Part-Time

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Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

ABOUT

A Student Assistant (SA) at TJC plays an important role in promoting the mission of the department/office and college. The SA is required to assist the classroom teacher in the care and development of young children in a childcare setting while carrying out duties and responsibilities necessary for the welfare of both the children and the centers function.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and DUTIES

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Including changing soiled clothes and diapers.
• Provide classroom management for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Prepare snacks and assist with food distribution, including clean up.
• General upkeep of the classroom, bathroom, and outdoor learning environment. Including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, and cleaning of all surfaces.
• Communicate well with the lead teacher and follow directions as the teacher provides them.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Collaboration/Teamwork, Computer Software Skills, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Math Skills, Multi-tasking, Written Communication, Organizational Skills, Problem-solving, Time Management, Typing/Word Processing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Must know and consistently meet Texas Minimum Standards for Licensed Child Care Centers established by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services Child Care Licensing Division

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual Contributor

Work Environment: Position requires work both indoors and outdoors, may require work outside of normal business hours, and involves working in direct care with children in an early childhood setting. The environment may be active and loud at times.

Physical Demands:

Sitting, walking, standing, kneeling, bending, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting (up to 50lbs) for extended periods of time. Ability to maneuver stairs and physically move objects from one location to another (up to 50lbs) by carrying, pushing, or pulling.

Travel Required: Must have reliable transportation

If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

WHO YOU ARE

QUALIFICATIONS

Students must be registered for undergraduate classes and maintain enrollment status to work in these positions. Students may qualify for Federal Work Study, which will be determined by the Office of Financial Aid.

Additional Job-Specific Requirements

• Students are allowed to work a maximum of eighteen (18) hours per week and cannot work in multiple hourly positions. A work week is Sunday-Saturday.
• Some knowledge of childcare and child development preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EXPECTATIONS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Will have contact - in person, by email, or by phone - with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.

This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?

• Yes
• No

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Employer Tyler Junior College

Address 1390 S Baxter Ave

Tyler, Texas, 75701

Phone (903) 510-2419

Website http://www.tjc.edu