Part-Time Education Assistant

Utah State University • Salt Lake City, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

USU Extension in Salt Lake County is hiring Part-time Education Assistants to play a key role in ensuring a safe, engaging, and well-managed environment for children participating in our evening educational events. Individuals in this position will be responsible for working with children ranging in age from 0-11. Assignments may include providing childcare for children 5 and under, including reading, playing games, doing crafts, and other engaging one-on-one or group activities, or supporting facilitators with behavior management during workshops for elementary students. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children from diverse backgrounds and can bring energy and creativity to play while also setting limits and managing difficult behaviors. Most work will be in the evenings during the school year.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage groups of children calmly and effectively
• Dependable, punctual, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work sites
• Can work in the evenings during the school year

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children (babysitting, teaching, childcare, or similar) preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during evening workshops in a safe and welcoming environment
• Lead age-appropriate activities (games, crafts, quiet play, etc.) with children
• Ensure children are signed in/out according to program procedures
• Respond appropriately to children’s needs, behaviors, and safety concerns
• Assist workshop facilitators with leading educational activities
• Help maintain an organized, respectful, and distraction-free environment
• Support transitions (arrival, activity changes, dismissal)
• Reinforce workshop expectations and behavioral guidelines
• Prepare and organize materials for children’s activities
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians at drop-off and pick-up
• Follow all program policies related to safety, confidentiality, and conduct
• Report any incidents or concerns to program staff

Benefits

• Dual Career Assistance Program
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed