Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Teacher Assistant Posting Number CSA02720P Department USD-Child Care Center Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
Preschool Teacher Assistant at the Vucurevich Children's Center
Responsibilities: Supervise preschoolers in classroom, lunchroom, or on the playground.
Direct preschoolers in appropriate and engaging learning activities following a daily lesson plan; deal with routine behavioral concerns with positive discipline strategies; clean up after activities; provide assistance to children during meal time; document individual developmental skills; attend mandatory training sessions to maintain state certifications for the center; performing first aid treatment; and other duties as assigned.
Requirement: A minimum of a child development associates credential
Knowledge of: child development theory and developmentally appropriate activities and practices that facilitate the resolution of social, physical, emotional and educational milestones from three to five years of age.
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Note: Applicants will be required to authorize a background investigation.
Posting Date 06/08/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 06/15/2026 Advertised Salary Starting rate at $16.68 Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Work Hours
Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM with one day a week 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
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