Classroom Assistant, Campus

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free public transportation pass

Job summary

University of Utah is hiring for a part-time childcare assistant at the Student Parent Support Center campus programs. You'll support teachers, supervise children, and help maintain a safe, engaging learning environment for ages birth to six.

Training is provided, and a food handlers permit, TB test, and background check are required within the first 60 days. Scheduling is Monday through Friday, with hours between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, across multiple UKids locations on campus.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn about child development and guidance.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Help children succeed in physical, social, and intellectual tasks.
• Reinforce concepts presented by the teacher and assist with planning activities.
• Supervise children and maintain a clean, orderly classroom environment.
• Assist Head Teacher with small group activities and daily routines.
• Meet with teachers to plan activities and support learning objectives.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Job Summary

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 – Sunnyside, 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!

Responsibilities

Helps the children experience success in physical, social and intellectual tasks. Reinforces and broadens concepts as presented by the teacher. Observes behavior, documents and may offer suggestions to the teacher. Does not directly communicate with parents concerning children's problems. May assume full responsibility for the group for short periods of time when the teacher is involved in other activities. Assists teacher in activities and tasks which contributes to an orderly, clean environment for children. Meets with the teacher and staff to assist in planning. Plans a morning or afternoon small group activity with assistance of Head Teacher. Supervises playground unless specifically requested to be indoors.

Minimum Qualifications

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 within the first 60 days of hire. Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required.

Department-Specific Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• Must be able to lift and carry small children in arms for short distances (10-50 Lbs).
• Must meet physical characteristics (with or without the use of aids) including:
  • Fine and gross motor skills
  • Sufficient vision to read printed material
  • Sufficient hearing to hear normal and telephone conversations
  • Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation
• Ability to sit on the floor and move about on hands and knees for long periods of time
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to communicate effectively with children and their parents/guardians, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to complete ongoing written assessments about each child that will be shared with parents/guardians.
• Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.
• Must be available for in-person meetings with parents/guardians when requested.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with management and/or dispatch in case of emergency.

Preferences

• Interest in learning about child development and guidance

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN17410N

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, Schedules may vary

Department: 00291 - Student Parent Support Center

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $14.50 to $15.00

Close Date: 11/24/2026

Open Until Filled