Assistant Teacher

Southern Utah University•Cedar City, UT

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher works under the direction of the SUU Center for Hope Director and Lead Teachers, assisting with children ages 0–6. The role supports lead teachers and student employees in providing a safe, high-quality learning environment while meeting children’s basic needs. The position may also involve laundry and cleaning and sanitizing toys. Classrooms are organized by age group, and duties vary according to the children’s ages. Teachers model respectful behavior, appropriate hygiene and manners, and social skills. The position requires ongoing professional development, including preservice and annual state licensing training and First Aid, AED, and CPR certification. The position is contingent on funding. Appointment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.

Requirements

Complete required preservice training after hire.
Support the SUU Child Care Center vision, policies, and procedures.
Abide by the SUU Code of Conduct.
Demonstrate the ability to work respectfully with low-income children and families, people with special needs, and families from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
Pass a Child Care Licensing Background Check and have no substantiated case of child abuse on record.
Be willing and able to implement the SUU approach to individualizing curriculum development.
Work collaboratively with parents, coordinators, family advocates, teachers, and other professionals to meet the needs of children and families served.
Be available to work in 5-hour blocks of time.

Nice To Haves

Experience with young children in child care, preschool, and/or other settings.

Responsibilities

Assist lead teachers and student employees in providing a safe, high-quality learning environment and meeting children’s basic needs.
Provide infant care, including feeding, diapering, and naptime care, as appropriate to the classroom assignment.
Supervise children and monitor their safety and health.
Set up and maintain play spaces.
Support conflict resolution between children and provide positive guidance.
Engage children in activities such as singing, games, and reading stories.
Complete other classroom tasks assigned by the Lead Teacher or Child Care Director.
Model respectful behavior, appropriate hygiene and manners, and social skills.
Participate in ongoing professional development, including preservice and annual state licensing training and First Aid, AED, and CPR certification.
As needed, do laundry and clean and sanitize toys.