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 an Education Staff Assistant for a temporary summer position. This role involves creating and implementing curriculum for a summer academy aimed at first-generation college-bound students. You will coordinate educational activities and assist in developing training sessions to enrich students' learning experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience in classroom settings and a passion for education. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students from diverse backgrounds. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience in educational program development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a classroom assistant or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of teaching methods and academic subjects.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement curriculum for the summer program.
• Assist in developing and conducting training sessions.
• Coordinate and design educational activities.

Skills

Teaching methods knowledge

Communication skills

Human relation skills

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: 04/11/2025

Requisition Number: PRN15778N

Job Title: Education Staff Assistant

Job Grade: 007

FLSA Code: Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code: No

Type: Temporary

Standard Hours per Week: 20 hours

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule Summary: June 18th – August 3rd

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area: Academic Affairs

Department: 00785 - First Generation Programs

Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: $20.00/hour

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 from low-income families who are first-generation college-bound students. The summer academy consists of an intensive, six-week in-person academic program during which students receive high school enrichment instruction in English, financial literacy, foreign language, mathematics, and science. Supervised recreation, guidance, peer advising, and career exploration are also provided. Teachers will assist with the coordination, design, and production of classes for Upward Bound Academy in classrooms on campus. Minimum Qualifications: Three years experience as a classroom assistant in a related academic area, or equivalency; knowledge of a variety of teaching methods; thorough knowledge of related academic subjects; and demonstrated knowledge of teaching methods and communication skills are required. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are also required.

Responsibilities

• Create & implement curriculum & syllabus to embody the summer program theme.
• Assist in developing and conducting training sessions.
• Assist in coordination, design, and production of educational activities.
• Assist in development of new ideas regarding educational programs.
• Assist 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

In-person classroom environment.

Physical Requirements

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

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. Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information.

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

• * 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

University Human Resource Management
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