Classroom Assistant

University of Utah, United States

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Open Date 05/10/2022
Requisition Number PRN30113B
Job Title Classroom Assistant
Working Title Lead Classroom Assistant - Campus and Sugar House Health Center
Job Grade A
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40 hrs/week
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
  • Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm
  • Schedules may vary
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00291 - Child Care & Family Resources
Location Other
City Other
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $11.50/hour - $15.00/hour
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Center for Child Care and Family Resources performs a vital role at the University of Utah, by providing information and support to students, faculty, staff, and early childhood practitioners. We are experiencing unprecedented growth which provides for positions available at all the UKids programs. These include Campus Child Care Programs (UKids – Presidents Circle , UKids – East Village , and UKids-Guardsman Way ) and Sugar House Health Center Program . Multiple openings and continuous hiring. Come join our team!
An excellent benefits package is included (see https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/ for a full description of the benefits package):
  • 14.2% retirement matching
  • Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)
  • 13 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month (only at 40 hours/week)
  • Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow for access to care through the University of Utah health system
  • Tuition benefits (only at 40 hours/week)
  • Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available.


About Student Affairs
Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.
Student Affairs is committed to the grounding of our programs, procedures, and policies in the tenets of anti-racism and inclusion. We recognize the continued importance of education and accountability that promote equity and social justice. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise and monitor the safety of children in their care.
  • Develop weekly projects, provide appropriate activities.
  • Communicate effectively with professionals, parents, and children.
  • Guide classroom assistants in developmentally appropriate ways of working with children.
  • Extinguishes, or lessens, inappropriate behavior and redirects children to appropriate actions by applying Positive Child Guidance techniques to help children learn to manage their own behavior in a positive manner.
  • Models correct techniques for classroom assistants.
  • Teaches and leads children in music and movement to help them develop memory, verbal skills, and a love for music.
  • Assists children with physical necessities, toileting, medical emergencies, etc. to give proper care and, where appropriate, facilitate development.
  • Keep accurate records of client’s program usage.
  • Maintains a healthy and safe environment for children by sanitizing materials daily, and operating within State Licensing Guidelines.
  • Promotes leadership skills within a classroom team.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work independently, but show a willingness to take direction from the supervisor
  • Must be warm, energetic, and enjoy working with young children (18 mo. to 8 years of age)
  • Demonstrates consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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    Minimum Qualifications
    This is an entry-level position. Training will be provided. Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance; a willingness to take direction from the assigned teacher; willing to obtain food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check, first aid training are required. Demonstrated human relations and effective human relations skills are also required.
    Department Specific Qualifications
    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Exhibits physical stamina necessary for daily interaction with very young children
    • Must be able to lift small children (10-50 lbs.)
    • Must be able to carry small children in arms for short distances
    • Must meet physical characteristics (with or without the use of aids) including:
      • Fine motor skills
      • Sufficient vision to read printed material
      • Sufficient hearing to hear normal and telephone conversation
      • Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation

    • Must be able to move about on hands and knees and sit on the floor with children
    • Must demonstrate effective communication with professionals, parents, and children
    • Must demonstrate an ability to work independently but show a willingness to take direction from the supervisor
    • Must be warm, energetic, and enjoy working with young children (6 weeks to 5 years)
    • Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check
    • Must be willing to obtain a food handlers permit and first aid/CPR training
    • Demonstrated skills in multi-age programming for children and families
    • Demonstrated skills in staff orientation, training, and evaluation
    • Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office and management software
    Preferences
    • Previous child care experience and/or education in Early Childhood is preferred.
    • Interest in learning about child development and guidance.
    • Demonstrated human relations and effective human relations skills are also required.
    Type Benefited Staff
    Special Instructions Summary
    Additional Information

    The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.


    Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.


    The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.


    To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:


    Director/ Title IX Coordinator
    Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
    135 Park Building
    Salt Lake City, UT 84112
    801-581-8365
    [email protected]
    Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
    For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
    To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call 801-581-2300.


    The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.


    This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.


    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • Which childcare program locations are interested in? (may select multiple)
    • Campus Child Care Programs (UKids – Presidents Circle, UKids – East Village, and UKids-Guardsman Way)
    • Sugar House Health Center Program
    • Any location

    • Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
  • Resume
    • Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

    • University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

     


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