Education Staff Assistant

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; Part time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking an Education Staff Assistant for a temporary position. This role involves creating curriculum and assisting in educational activities for high school students in a summer academy. Ideal candidates will have experience in classroom settings and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Three years experience as a classroom assistant or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of teaching methods to adjust activities for different ages.

Responsibilities

• Create & implement curriculum for the summer program.
• Assist in developing and conducting training sessions.

Skills

Communication

Teaching Methods

Human Relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Temporary position, begins 6/18 and ends 8/3

Announcement

Details

Open Date

Open Date 04/11/2025

Requisition Number

Requisition Number PRN15778N

Job Title

Job Title Education Staff Assistant

Working Title

Job Grade

Job Grade 007

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type

Temporary?

Temporary? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 20 hours

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

June 18th – August 3rd

Is this a work study job?

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department

Department 00785 - First Generation Programs

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $20.00/hour

Close Date

Close Date 05/30/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Upward Bound Project is a federally funded program to encourage post-secondary preparation of high school students who are from low-income families and are first-generation college-bound students (the first in their family to go to college). The summer academy for 2024 consists of an intensive, six-week in-person academic program during which the students receive high school enrichment instruction in English, financial literacy, foreign language, mathematics, and science. Supervised recreation, guidance and peer advising, and career exploration are also provided. Teachers will assists with the coordination, design and production of classes for Upward Bound Academy in classrooms on campus. Three years experience as a classroom assistant in a related academic area, or equivalency; 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.

Responsibilities

• Create & implement curriculum & syllabus to embody the summer program theme.
• Assists in developing and conducting of training sessions on subjects related to area of assignment.
• Assists in coordination, design and production of educational activities.
• Assists in development of new ideas regarding educational programs.
• Assists in development of workshops, brochures and educational materials.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: In person classroom environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

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

Persons who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the target population are encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions Summary

Temporary position, begins 6/18 and ends 8/3

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
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. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu



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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have 3+ years’ experience as a classroom assistant in a related academic area, or equivalency?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a teaching certificate?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents

Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only

Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only

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