Education Staff Assistant

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic counselors for a summer program dedicated to children aged 5-14. This role involves planning and leading engaging activities while fostering personal growth and daily living skills among campers. Ideal candidates will have experience working with youth and possess strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating a safe and fun environment for young campers, where your contributions will help shape their summer experiences. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the great outdoors.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience as a classroom assistant or equivalent.
• Knowledge of teaching methods and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage behavior of campers ages 5-14.
• Lead activities like sports, games, and arts & crafts.
• Communicate daily with camper guardians and staff.

Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Teaching Methods

CPR & First Aid Certification

Education

Experience as a Classroom Assistant

Knowledge of Academic Subjects

Job description

May 19th-30th: Staff Training, approx. 20 hrs total
June 2-August 8: 16 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 2:45pm-6pm (opportunity for occasional day hours if available)
This is a temporary, summer only position

Is this a work study job? No

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: $15.00 - $16.75

Close Date: 06/10/2025

Job Summary

This is a seasonal COUNSELOR role for Club U’s “Lounge” after-care program (M-F afternoons) for campers ages 5-14 and is best suited for individuals with morning/day classes or employment. Counselors are responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills.

Join us in furthering the mission of Club U Summer Day Camp through the delivery of summer program activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers’ age and abilities under the supervision of the Club U leadership team.

Responsibilities

1. Supervise, direct, and manage behavior of campers ages 5-14.
2. Lead and participate in loosely structured activities such as sports & games, arts & crafts, and more.
3. Daily communication with camper guardians and camp leadership staff.
4. Ability to obtain CPR & First Aid certification provided during training (if not already obtained).

Minimum Qualifications

Three years experience as a classroom assistant in a related academic area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); knowledge and understanding of a variety of teaching methods in order to adjust activities/training session to include participants of different ages; a thorough knowledge of related academic subjects in order to participate in developing classroom activities/programs; and demonstrated knowledge of teaching methods and communication skills to conduct educational activities and/or training sessions in a clear and concise manner required. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Experience and/or interest in working with youth in a high energy, outdoor setting.
At least 18 years of age.

Special Instructions Summary

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What experience do you have working with children?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * The work hours of this role are summer weekdays from 2:45pm-6pm. Are these hours consistent with the summer schedule you are seeking and/or fit with your anticipated summer schedule?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter