Early Childhood Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule: Pay Grade: N26 Salary: FLSA: Non-Exempt Job Summary/Basic Function: This is a 9 month position, mid August through May, following WSU's academic schedule. This is a 40 hours a week full-time position. Assist with all aspects of classroom teaching, planning, following NAEYC accreditation standards, and leading the classroom in the Mentor teacher's absence. Implement learning experiences for children 1-5 years old. Implement classroom schedules and routines, inside and outside, including lunch, snack and nap/rest time. Assemble instructional materials as directed by the teacher, lead small and whole groups and 1-on-1 lessons as directed by the teacher. Implement child guidance strategies using the same emphasis & techniques as the teacher. Conduct observations, collect data, maintain records. Correspond and meet with family members under the direction of the teacher. Attend appropriate in-service and professional development opportunities. Routine cleaning of classroom and materials and provide health services as assigned. Perform duties in accordance with the MSL Children's School's policies and procedures and in accordance with the NAEYC Standards, Utah licensing, and Utah State Competencies. Perform additional duties, when needed, as directed by the teacher and/or director. This position reports to the program director and receives guidance from the classroom Mentor teachers. Required Qualifications: Required: Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Early Childhood or related field At least one year experience working with young children Basic computer skills The following are required for the position, but can be acquired before the start date: Food Handler's Permit CPR/First Aid Certified Childcare Background Clearance Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of NAEYC standards, state licensing requirements, and Child Plus Software are all preferred. Background Check? Yes Benefits Summary: WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Job Open Date: 11/02/2026 Review Date: 11/12/2026 Job Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Notes to Applicant: If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this 9-month position starts at $30,750 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package . To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete. Screening of applications will begin November 12, 2026. Position will remain open until filled. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment. Physical Activity of this position: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Physical Requirements of this position: Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection). The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9937697 ""> https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/29589 Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32). je-b99f04bfef484901b6319d19b6e39ad5