Classroom Assistant

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

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Job summary

University of Miami is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Classroom Assistant to support a diverse group of students in a Miami classroom. The role involves assisting the teacher with lessons, implementing individual education plans, and promoting a positive classroom environment.

Responsibilities include supervising students, maintaining records, and helping plan activities aligned with school goals. Completion of required background checks and training is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No previous experience required; training provided.
• Demonstrates learning agility and ability to adapt to new procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with daily activities and lessons.
• Support individual education programs and monitor student progress.
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom environment and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan and implement instruction and activities.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

Temporary Full Time Classroom Assistant

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet. The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity for a temporary full time Classroom Assistant to work in Miami, FL. The Classroom Assistant assists in teaching a diverse population of children in an atmosphere of kindness that encourages active inquiry, fosters individual growth, and promotes respect for self and others. Additionally, the Classroom Assistant completes assigned responsibilities for instruction, planning, organization, activity implementation, evaluation, child care, and record maintenance.

Core Responsibilities

• Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, and supervised role-playing methods.
• Assists in the implementation of individual education programs for students and helps monitor their progress.
• Supports students with emotional or behavioral problems and helps them develop social skills.
• Supports teachers in photocopying and maintaining student records.
• Works with the teacher in planning and implementing a program of instruction that adheres to the school’s philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Works with the teacher in making purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
• Assists teachers in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies.
• Shares responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in all areas of the school.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Assists the classroom teacher with the implementation of the daily curriculum and activities.
• Assists in the implementation of individual education programs for students and helps monitor their progress.
• Works with the teacher in planning and implementing a program of instructions that adheres to the school’s philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Works with the teacher in making purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
• Assists teachers in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies.
• Shares responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in all areas of the school.

Other Requirements

• Completion of criminal history checks and all background screening requirements, including Level 2 screening requirements in accordance with the requirements of Sections, 1012.485; and 1012.32; and 1012.487, Florida Statutes.
• Compliance with requirements mandated through contracts with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Florida Department of Health Early Steps Programs, The Children’s Trust, and APPLE Accreditation as well as license requirements mandated by the Department of Children and Families.
• Completion of the Department of Children and Families required training hours including CPR and First Aid Training within probationary period.
• Completion of in-service hours required annually through APPLE Accreditation and the Department of Children and Families.
• Completion of certification program of study to obtain the Florida Child Care Professional Credential is preferred.

Core Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No previous experience required
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• tuition remission
• more

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Temporary

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.