Teacher's Assistant in Houston, Texas at San Jacinto College

Teacher's Assistant - Central Campus

• Assists in developing education curriculum and providing stimulating and developmentally appropriate activities which support the developmental level of each child.
• Observes, maintains documentation through anecdotal records, assesses children’s development, and assists in creating individualized lesson plans to meet those needs.
• Employs verbal and written communication to convey essential information to parents, students and colleagues.
• Works in collaboration with the Child Development/Early Childhood Education Department.

• Maintains a safe environment by daily inspections of classrooms and playground.
• Inventories and identifies necessary material and supplies for classrooms.
• Assumes the duties of teacher as needed.
• Attends community functions, building a partnership with children and families.
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Knowledge of child development theories and practices based on the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
• Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP)
• Knowledge of child care minimum standards of Texas
• Knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for children entering the public-school system
• Knowledge of resources within the community to accommodate the needs of children and families
• Knowledge of anti-bias curriculum and multicultural education
• Ability to demonstrate the College values
• Ability to pass a background check with fingerprint identification and a TB test
• Ability to prepare individualized lesson plans to meet the developmental needs of each child in all areas of development including essential academic knowledge and skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain a rapport with parents and students by counseling, consulting and educating.
• Ability to create a positive, hospitable environment which promotes collaboration between the laboratory school and families.

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• AAS or AA in Early Childhood or related field.

• One year of experience in an early childhood setting

• Two years of experience in an early childhood setting

• Current Adult, Child, and Pediatric AED/CPR/First Aid Certificate
• Food Handler Certificate

Salary Grade: 101

Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

Requisition Number: req6303

Posting Close Date: 6/15/2026

Applicant Support:
If you need assistance with the application process, please contact the Cornerstone Support Team at 281-998-6387, option 3, or email cornerstonesupport@sjcd.edu.

Note: Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant individually. If your qualifications meet the requirements for the position, and you are selected for an interview, we will contact you. You can review your application status by logging into the Cornerstone system.

Equal Opportunity Statement: The San Jacinto College District is committed to equal opportunity for all students, employees, and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The following College official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination policies: Sandra Ramirez, VCHR Org/Talent Effectiveness, 4620 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, TX 77504; 281-991-2659; Sandra.Ramirez@sjcd.edu