Classroom Assistant

The University of Utah•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

The Student Parent Support Center provides information, support, and family resources for University students, faculty, staff, and patients. The Student Parent Support Center programs are NAEYC accredited and serve children birth to six years. We offer part-time and full-time programming in three campus child care programs for students, faculty, and staff and drop-in child care for patients visiting the three U Health Centers throughout the Salt Lake Valley. The Student Parent Support Center 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 UKids programs. These include Campus Child Care Programs ( UKids – Presidents Circle , UKids – East Village , and UKids-Guardsman Way ). Multiple openings and continuous hiring. Free public transportation pass included with employment (see here for more information). Come join our team! 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.

Requirements

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 a food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation ( BCI ) background check, first aid training are required.
Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required.

Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor the safety of children in their care.
Develop weekly projects and 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