Classroom Assistant, Early Childhood Education (4127U) 87101

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Departmental Overview

Residential and Student Service Programs (RSSP) is a complex "cluster" of student service and residential housing auxiliary services departments with an aggregated operating budget of approximately $145 million and over 2,500 employees.

The Early Childhood Education Program (ECEP) is a department in RSSP that provides early education and child care for 262 infant, toddler, and pre-school children of students, faculty, staff and community families in five centers across campus and the surrounding community.

Position Summary

The Classroom Assistant will have the opportunity to help teachers in a wide variety of activities including care giving, supervision of children and carrying out curriculum. The position will include but is not limited to assisting in maintenance of a safe and healthy environment. A regular commitment of at least 3-4 consecutive hours for 3-4 days a week is required.

Responsibilities

Classroom Assistance

• Interacts with children and classroom staff in a positive manner.
• Assists in providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences and activities for children under the direction and supervision of professional teaching staff.

Observation

• Observes and interacts with children respecting their rights as individuals and shares observations with staff.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Participates in in-service meetings, staff meetings, workshops, and other program activities as requested.

Required Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, and dynamic flexibility in adapting to the needs of clients.
• Previous experience working with/caring for young children or early childhood education coursework on how young children learn and develop at different stages.

Education / Training

• High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training. (Required)

Licenses / Certifications

• Must pass FBI and DOJ criminal check with approval from Dept. of Social Services. (Required)

Salary & Benefits

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $19.61-$23.00.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.