Classroom Assistant, Early Childhood Services

University-of-California,-Riversid; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Riverside’s Center for Early Childhood Education is recruiting a full-time Classroom Assistant to support daily routines and implement early care and education programs. You will work under supervision to maintain mandated adult:child ratios and assist the teaching team in delivering high-quality activities.

The role requires commitment to the schedule, typically Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm, with salary range $55,040–$65,751 per year (equivalently $25.10–$29.99 per hour).

Job description

Classroom Assistant, Early Childhood Services

Priority Application Deadline: 08/26/2026

Overview

Job ID 37909490 Category Campus Operations and Facilities Organization Auxiliary Services Department Center for Early Childhood Education Location Main Campus - UCR Salary $55,040 - $65,751 Date Posted August 12, 2026 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm Full/Part Time Full-time(100%) Level of Supervision Close Supervision Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No UC Internal Job No

Position Information

UC Riverside's Center for Early Childhood Education is recruiting for full-time Classroom Assistants. The full salary range for the Classroom Assistant is $25.10 - $29.99 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Under the general supervision of the Early Childhood Services (ECS) Executive Director, Site Supervisor, and the close supervision of the classroom Lead Teacher, the Classroom Assistant will provide assistance to ensure the smooth function of daily routines, implementation of the early care and education programs, and ensure compliance with mandated adult:child ratios. Works as part of the Early Childhood Services teaching team. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.